ENGINEER MECHANICAL 2

The Role

Supports shipboard structural modifications, fabrication of equipment foundations, and shipboard corrosion evaluation / mitigation.

Reviews and executes mechanical procedures, and certification documentation.

Serves as a liaison between ship construction and outfitting, evaluating non-conformances, developing repair recommendations, and verifying implementation.

Conducts shipchecks to confirm as-built conditions and ensure design compliance with engineering standards.

Interfaces with NAVSEA, Electric Boat, and internal departments to coordinate design and testing activities and resolve technical issues.

Provides on-site engineering support to resolve field issues related to alignment, fit-up, welding, and dimensional control.

Prepares and presents technical reports, analyses, and recommendations to management and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Support of shipboard structural modifications, fabrication of equipment foundations, and shipboard corrosion evaluation / mitigation
• Review and execute mechanical procedures, and certification documentation.
• Support ship construction and outfitting by evaluating non-conformances, developing repair recommendations, and verifying implementation.
• Carry out shipchecks to confirm as-built conditions and ensure design compliance with engineering standards.
• Interface with NAVSEA, Electric Boat, and internal departments to coordinate design and testing activities and resolve technical issues.
• Provide on-site engineering support to resolve field issues related to alignment, fit-up, welding, and dimensional control.
• Prepare and present technical reports, analyses, and recommendations to management and external customers.

Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;
• Master’s Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience;
• Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

• Experience or coursework in one or more of the following: Mechanical components and fabrication, Valves and pumps, Assembly, and final outfitting, Seals and hydraulic actuators, Assembly, and final outfitting
• Understanding of mechanical engineering and design principles and how they apply to shipbuilding
• Knowledge of submarine/carriers machinery and how it interfaces with structural, electrical and hydraulic systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proven technical writing ability
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• DOD Security Clearance is preferred, but not required to start
• Strong technical writing and customer relations skills
• Six Sigma and/or Lean training/certification

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
• On-site health centers
• Tel-medicine
• Wellness resources
• Employee assistance programs
• Savings plan options (401K)
• Financial education and planning tools
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships