Engineer Structural 3

Ingalls Shipbuilding•Newport News, VA

6h•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. Primary job functions specific to this position include: Serve as a technical expert for O41 Plant Engineering on Facilities’ structural systems, structural steel and concrete design, construction and repair specifications/requirements, etc. Provide technical leadership and 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 Serve as a mentor for younger engineers within the O41 Plant Engineering organization and Structural Engineering team 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. Support key strategic business development and strategic initiatives as assigned and developed. Ability to complete assigned tasks on schedule and within budget

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience; Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the structural disciplines
Civil Engineering Degree
Experience 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

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical expert for O41 Plant Engineering on Facilities’ structural systems, structural steel and concrete design, construction and repair specifications/requirements, etc.
Provide technical leadership and 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
Serve as a mentor for younger engineers within the O41 Plant Engineering organization and Structural Engineering team
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.
Support key strategic business development and strategic initiatives as assigned and developed.
Ability to complete assigned tasks on schedule and within budget