Associate Mechanical Engineer
About the Role
Carrier Power Plant Mechanical (CPM) engineers provide expert technical support to the United States Navy during ship construction, operations, and decommissioning. CPM engineers support the NIMITZ and Ford Class carrier platforms and help ensure maximum fleet readiness, operational capability, and safety through development and delivery of high-quality technical products, solutions to emergent fleet issues, and proactive development of propulsion plant system improvements. Join our team for an excellent opportunity to develop and demonstrate engineering and leadership skills in the power plant engineering field.
Responsibilities
- Drive innovation to improve steam and reactor plant system performance, operation, or maintenance
- Become an expert in propulsion plant systems and operations
- Provide resolution of operating fleet and shipyard technical issues
- Lead design changes such as developing detailed designs, shipboard use procedures and manuals, and supporting installation and operation
- Prioritize and manage tasks to ensure technical deliverables meet schedules and budgets
- Facilitate a strong and productive teaming environment with related organizations both internal and external to the company
- Write and review formal technical recommendations
- Frequently interact with company management, shipyard personnel, Navy representatives, and specialists within the company to advance a unified technical direction
Requirements
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field.
Preferred Skills
- High intrinsic motivation to learn
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Demonstrated ability to drive complicated technical problems to resolution
- Experience with technical evaluations and reports
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
- Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
- Personal & Medical Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
- Student Debt Benefit
- Personal Time Off Sell Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
Pay
Pay Range $63,900.00 - $97,800.00 annually. Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law.