Principal / Sr. Principal Facilities Mechanical Engineer

Northrop Grumman•Magna, UT
•$98,400 - $184,200•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Facilities Mechanical Engineer – Level 3 or Level 4 to join our team in Magna, UT. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. As a Principal/Sr. Principal Facilities Engineer, Level 3 or Level 4 located in Magna, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience (for Level 3).
  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience (for Level 4).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
  • AutoCAD drafting ability
  • Ability to work in the field, climb ladders, work outside, and work in congested areas.

Nice To Haves

  • Solid modeling experience a plus; not a requirement
  • Desire, i.e. passion, to build and manufacture support hardware.
  • Chemical processing preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills in managing time, projects and resources.
  • Leadership ability.
  • Technical attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Manage projects and coordinate all procurements and installation to meet the program cost and schedule requirements for capital upgrades.
  • Provide engineering design as needed to support the Facilities Engineering Department. This could include: Design mechanical piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs) for chemical plant systems including boiler feed and condensate, water treatment, hydraulic, heat transfer systems, conveying systems, and air and gas systems.
  • Prepare design calculations and specifications for major plant related equipment including, but not limited to heat exchangers, industrial chillers, boilers, condensers, and pumps.
  • Prepare mechanical engineering designs, including layout, design sketches, and conceptual design.
  • Check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
  • Develop schedules, work assignments and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion.
  • Coordinate with other engineers and craftsman assigned to the project or a task, and reviews work progress and results
  • Providing detailed cost estimates for project design and implementation
  • Preparing specifications for the procurement of pumps, heat exchangers, valves, compressors, tanks, cranes, and other miscellaneous of plant equipment.
  • Review engineering drawings and designs for manufacturability and functionality.
  • Troubleshoot industrial mechanical equipment. Resolve equipment problems in the field through technical assistance with Maintenance Craftsmen.
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • health insurance coverage
  • life and disability insurance
  • savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
  • overtime
  • shift differential
  • discretionary bonus
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