Entry Level Structural Engineer

About the role

As part of the QP Manufacturing and Construction Engineering organization, you will apply your engineering and problem-solving skills to real-time assignments supporting VPM construction. This role offers opportunities to develop designs from inception to implementation on a variety of interesting applications.

Responsibilities

• Design development and production support of lifting and handling fixture designs and process support
• Lifting & handling arrangements - learning state-of-the-art crane capabilities and heavy load transporter operations
• Lifting and handling drawings and build strategies
• Lifting and handling risk mitigation plans
• Design and implementation of special tooling

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Civil (Structural) Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense
• 0-4 years of post-graduate engineering experience

Preferred Experience and Knowledge

• Knowledge of submarine design and/or construction
• Experience with lifting/handling methods and/or structural fabrication techniques
• NX, Teamcenter, SOLIDWORKS, and/or AUTOCAD experience in 3D model manipulation, structural analysis, and 2D drawing development

Skills

• Highly motivated
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Drive to be successful, and excellent attention to detail while being comfortable working in a dynamic construction environment
• Demonstrated ability in multi-tasking and technical project management
• Physical qualifications: Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

• Cold
• Dry
• Dusty
• Hot
• Inside
• Noise
• Outside