Senior Structural Engineer

Merrick & CompanyNewport News, VA
Onsite

About The Position

Merrick is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for several upcoming shipbuilding facility projects. This senior engineer will be the Onsite Support Engineer and will function as part of a team that plans, designs and oversees the construction of new and/or expanded shipbuilding facilities. This position will be initially located at our client site in Newport News, Virginia, not at a Merrick office.

Requirements

  • Ten (10) plus years of mechanical industrial facility engineering experience.
  • Client projects require U.S. Citizenship.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License.
  • Marine and Waterfront Facilities Design Experience.
  • Knowledge of ASME and/or ASCE codes and standards.
  • Knowledge of structural design and engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the owner's engineer, supporting NNS facilities maintenance and assisting the utility engineering team.
  • Evaluate maintenance notifications by reviewing documentation and implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Prepare engineering documentation, including Technical Work Instructions (TWI).
  • Conduct studies and analysis for emergent tasks as they arise.
  • Assist with maintenance tasks to support testing, troubleshooting, and resolving system problems, as well as making configuration changes.
  • Provide onsite technical support and guidance, including reviewing drawings, designs, and other technical documents for quality and code compliance.
  • Inspect onsite infrastructure related to facilities and utilities to ensure proper functioning and adherence to standards.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • health insurance
  • dental and vision coverage
  • paid time off (PTO)
  • Robust Referral Program
  • Performance Reviews
  • Professional Development
  • Employee Recognition
  • Peer Mentor Program
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