Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer (Level 4)

About the role

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman leads the industry in solid rocket propulsion systems, satellite components and subsystems, lightweight space deployments and solar arrays. We are constantly pushing the boundaries of our nation's capabilities in space. Northrop Grumman Space Sector is currently recruiting for a Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer (Level 4) position (also known as a Facilities Mechanical Engineer) located in Promontory, Utah. This position is fully on-site. Relocation assistance is not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design as needed to support the Facilities Mechanical Engineering Department.
• Manage projects and coordinate all procurements and installation to meet the program cost and schedule requirements for capital upgrades.
• Design mechanical piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs) for chemical plant systems including boiler feed and condensate, water treatment, hydraulics, heat transfer systems, conveying systems, and air and gas systems.
• Prepare design calculations and specifications for major plant related equipment including, but not limited to heat exchangers, industrial chillers, cooling towers, boilers, condensers, pumps, piping, etc.
• Prepare mechanical engineering designs, including layout, design sketches, and conceptual design.
• Check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Develop schedules, work assignments and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Coordinate with other engineers and craftsman assigned to the project or a task, and review work progress and results.
• Provide detailed cost estimates for project design and implementation.
• Prepare specifications for the procurement of pumps, heat exchangers, valves, compressors, tanks, cranes, and other miscellaneous plant equipment.
• Review engineering drawings and designs for manufacturability and functionality.
• Troubleshoot industrial mechanical equipment and resolve equipment problems in the field through technical assistance with Maintenance Craftsmen.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with a minimum of 8 years of Facilities Engineering related experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Industrial mechanical design and process equipment experience.
• AutoCAD drafting ability.
• Ability to work in the field, climb ladders, work outside and in congested areas.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for