Senior Mechanical Engineer
Job Description
The Primary Systems Integration & Optimization unit of Future Power Plants is transitioning from the concept phase and into detailed design for the next naval submarine design project. Primary plant systems are being evaluated for targeted improvements to meet project goals and performance requirements, and are being evaluated for sustainability, construction improvements and cost reductions. Additionally, technology and digital improvements are being developed to lay the foundation for future submarine design projects.
The group is responsible for integrating the development and design work across multiple disciplines, including plant engineers in the mechanical, electrical, I&C areas, reactor design and protection engineers, component engineers, etc. Typical assignments for this position will include defining and evaluating system, component, and plant designs, defining concepts of operations, and evaluating design trade-offs that inform technology development needs and design decisions. The successful candidate will bring knowledge of system and plant design and/or knowledge of normal and abnormal plant operations, and the perspective of the operators, to the design and development process.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience;
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience;
- Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
Preferred Skills
- Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program plant systems design experience
- Operations experience within the NNPP; options include shipboard or prototype plant operations or RPCO construction and test support
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate technical information clearly and concisely
- Interpersonal skills and leadership to support the group's mission of integration and coordination among multiple varied disciplines
Compensation and 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 Range
$95,700.00 - $149,600.00 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.
About the Role
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory fosters pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!
Benefits
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