Engineer Mechanical 3
About The Position
The Mechanical Engineer researches, plans, designs, and develops mechanical products and systems, including instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and mechanical, thermal hydraulic, or heat-transfer systems. The role applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and machines. This position is intended for the Robotics and Automation group in Department E66. The incumbent will implement robotics and automation projects in shipyard areas. The role regularly communicates with engineers and designers across departments and the waterfront by email, phone, and in-person meetings, and uses various robotics software and tools.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience, or a master's degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience, or a Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
- A bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required by Newport News Shipbuilding.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Manufacturing and systems engineering experience in an industrial or shipbuilding manufacturing environment, particularly shipbuilding manufacturing shops.
- Project management experience.
- Familiarity with major industrial 6-axis robotic systems, such as ABB and Fanuc, and collaborative robots (Cobots).
- Familiarity with process automation controllers, such as Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Phoenix Contact, and HMI controllers.
- Experience developing robotic and automation solutions.
- Experience deploying robots in a production environment.
- Familiarity with NNS manufacturing and production processes.
Responsibilities
- Research, plan, design, and develop mechanical products and systems.
- Apply research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and machines.
- Implement robotics and automation projects in areas within the shipyard.
- Communicate with engineers and designers across departments and the waterfront by email, phone, and in-person meetings.
- Use robotics software and tools.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices
- On-site health centers
- Telemedicine
- Wellness resources
- Employee assistance programs
- Savings plan options (401K)
- Financial education and planning tools
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts
- Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
- Educational and training programs for career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
