ENGINEER MECHANICAL 1

Req ID: 38829 
Team: E82 REACTOR SVCS 
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes 

Full-Time
Shift: Multiple 
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available 
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available 

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.

 

The Role

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is now offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus to all entry-level (Engineer 1) new hires. 

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.

 

Successful candidates will possess analytical and problem solving skills to resolve technical issues which arise during nuclear propulsion system servicing. The individual shall have the communication and relational skills to interface and discuss technical issues with engineering and non-technical personnel.  In addition, the individual will be willing to provide some percentage of hands-on support on the ship. 

We are looking for engaged personnel looking to make a difference and uphold the highest level of technical standards required for work in the Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program in such areas as: 

1. Research and plan processes, tooling, and material needs to provide a completely engineered solution for the execution of nuclear work
2. Develop technical work instructions such as procedures and troubleshooting paperwork.
3. Provide on-site support and problem solving for issues that arise during shipboard or shop work. 
4. Research and develop innovative solutions to resolve technical problems. 
5. Project manage work from beginning to end.

The NNS Nuclear Propulsion Division provides in-house training to improve personnel development and performance by strengthening personal knowledge.  Qualified candidates will be trained on Radiological and Personnel Safety and how to engineer them into all final products used in the performance of Nuclear Work.  These positions are well suited for any engineering discipline to include General Engineering, Mechanical, Systems, Industrial, Nuclear, and others.  Engineers within the Nuclear Propulsion Division work in various roles both in the office and on the waterfront.  Engineers may be expected to navigate through various compartment on Aircraft Carriers, in Submarine shops, and in Production shops.  These roles may be expected to work both indoors and outdoors as needed year round.   Although some limited amount of working remote may be available under certain circumstances and at certain times during construction or overhaul, the candidates for this position should the have the desire and ability to work on site at NNS full time.  

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant exempt 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