Senior Computer & Electrical Engineer Electrical

Naval Nuclear Laboratory•West Mifflin, PA

About The Position

The S6W Power Plant Electrical (PPE) unit is seeking a motivated engineer to support Seawolf-class ships. The position offers opportunities to develop leadership and technical skills. S6W PPE subject matter experts support the design and operation of instrumentation and control systems, respond to emergent fleet issues, and provide technical and programmatic recommendations to improve fleet operational capabilities and extend service life. The engineer oversees work within S6W PPE, including prioritizing, assigning, and managing work; enforcing program quality standards; guiding and mentoring engineers developing deliverables; and communicating concise oral and written summaries of work-related risks, issues, and opportunities. The engineer also leads and executes assignments at management’s request and promotes productive collaboration among units at NNL, BPMI, and NR.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, or science field and at least 6 years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree in a related field and at least 4 years of relevant experience; or a doctorate in a related field and at least 1 year of relevant experience; or current status as a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Selected applicants must undergo a Federal background investigation and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.
Must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with company policy and 10 CFR 707.

Nice To Haves

Experience with power plant operations.
Strong understanding of project management principles.
Ability to lead a team of peers.
Ability to articulate technical ideas clearly and concisely.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively across units, departments, and sites.

Responsibilities

Prioritize, assign, and manage work within S6W PPE.
Enforce program quality standards.
Guide and mentor engineers developing deliverables.
Provide concise oral and written summaries of work and work-related risks, issues, and opportunities.
Lead and execute assignments at the request of management.
Facilitate a strong and productive teaming environment between other units at NNL, BPMI, and NR.