engineer mechanical 2

Req ID: 43926 

Team: E83 RCT PLT PLG YD ENG 

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes 

Full-Time

Shift: 1st 

Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available 

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework 

Travel Requirement:  Yes, 10%-25% of the time 

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start 

Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today We look forward to meeting you.

Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

This position should have the technical ability to assist in the development of design and maintenance improvements for A4W reactor plant fluid systems and mechanical components. The engineer will assist with design studies (e.g., root cause analysis, new design development), identify life-cycle cost reductions, perform risk management studies, conduct laboratory testing, analyze data, and assist with developing integrated technical positions and recommendations for customer (NAVSEA 08 and NNL) approval. The engineer will perform liaison services (e.g., with shipyards and CVN68 Class ships) to solve problems identified during equipment manufacture, installation, operation, and maintenance. The engineer will assist in developing ship modification products and provisioning documentation, and maintain technical manuals and drawings.  Good verbal and technical writing skills are expected.

Other job responsibilities may include some combination of, but not exclusively:

• Risk analysis

• System design and modification

• Fluid analysis

• Understanding material requirements and welding techniques

• Liaison with the test laboratories and manufacturing facilities/vendors

• Identifying and validating materials for acceptance into reactor plant applications

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.

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.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-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, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location. 

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance? 

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to - and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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