ENGINEER MECHANICAL 2

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

50d•$89,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer 2 supports the E86 Nuclear Propulsion – Construction and Process Engineering department, which works across Virginia Class submarines, Columbia Class submarines, Model Based Aircraft Carriers, and process engineering. The role provides hands-on waterfront and manufacturing engineering support and oversight for construction and final assembly of Reactor Plant and Propulsion Plant supporting systems. The engineer researches, plans, designs, develops, and tests mechanical or electromechanical systems and applies engineering analysis to resolve production issues involving manufacturing, design, quality, and materials. The role requires working with technical and non-technical personnel and providing hands-on support on the deck plate. Work may include travel up to 10% of the time. The position is full-time, first shift, onsite, and not eligible for telework. U.S. citizenship is required; clearance is not required to start.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience, or a master's degree and 0 years of relevant professional experience.
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Critical-thinking skills.
Technical-writing skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office programs and NNS shipbuilding programs such as DDMS, SAP, and i2.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Comprehensive understanding of the reactor plant construction process.
Shipcheck experience.
Project management experience.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site support for construction and fabrication issues arising during submarine construction.
Resolve shop fabrication and deck-plate installation problems.
Maintain and approve work instructions, including procedures and troubleshooting paperwork.
Review, interpret, and maintain construction drawings and material specifications.
Collaborate daily with peer engineers, construction management, and craftsmen.
Evaluate and resolve engineering-related production problems involving manufacturing, design, quality, and materials.
Analyze engineering specifications and drawings; confer with quality, materials, manufacturing, and subcontractors to exchange technical information.
Investigate reports of defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment, or systems.
Review production schedules and orders.
Research, plan, design, develop, and test mechanical or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, or machines.