ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 2

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Analyzes, researches and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis. Tools utilized may include CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and a variety of software applications.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience
Master’s Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience
Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program

Nice To Haves

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) in the structural disciplines is preferred
Civil Engineering Degree
Experience or education in steel, concrete, prestressed concrete, and wood design
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build strong working relationships and rapport with NNS production, engineering, safety, maintenance, and contractor personnel
Shipyard/Nuclear facilities experience
Proficient in pertinent structural/building codes and design standards
Ability to gain and maintain a Confidential level security clearance
AutoCAD and Inventor experience

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical representative for O41 Plant Engineering on Facilities’ structural systems, structural steel and concrete design, construction and repair specifications/requirements, etc.
Provide technical direction to internal and external customers on structural-related matters to ensure inspections, routine maintenance, and construction projects are performed in accordance with applicable codes and NNS-specific specifications/requirements
Perform design reviews of contractor project submittals to ensure adequacy for the application at the subject facility and alignment with applicable codes, regulations and best practices
Prepare and/or review impact studies and make recommendations supporting the development of the Facilities’ Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) for critical structural systems and equipment
Perform structural evaluations, conduct building/infrastructure assessments and respond to emergent safety related issues in a fast paced, large industrial facility setting
Direct work assignments of consultants and contractors to ensure shipyard facilities are maintained in a safe condition