ENGINEER ELECTROMECHANICAL 4

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Applies electrical, electronic and mechanical principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results; construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components; and quality testing. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems. Applies extensive engineering technical expertise and possesses a background in electrical or mechanical engineering. Candidate will also be expected to communicate with junior engineers for the purposes of knowledge sharing and project assistance while also leading their own projects. The candidate will also be expected to communicate directly with the Navy and several non-engineering NNS departments. Therefore, the candidate must have excellent communication skills, both verbally and written. This team is tasked with design cognizance of power generation equipment used in aircraft carriers. This equipment contains several mechanical components including a turbine, valves, and pumps. The electrical components involve a generator and the control system to control the power output generated by the equipment. Additionally, the position will balance long term projects with short term emergent work. The candidate must have good problem-solving skills and be able quickly draw solutions to difficult shipboard and supplier production issues that are technically correct, cost effective, and complete.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience
Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience
Ph.D. and 4 years of experience
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program

Nice To Haves

Candidate should be knowledgable in electrical system integration and electrical component design.
Knowledge of ship system integration and turbine generators is desirable.
Knowledge in standard mechanical engineering principals such as fluid dynamics, materials, and thermodynamics is beneficial.