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Experienced Mechanical Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
  • Niskayuna, NY
  • $106,200–$166,000 Per Year
1 day ago
Naval Nuclear Laboratory

Job Description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster 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!

Job Description

The Examination Design Projects subdivision is seeking a highly motivated mechanical design engineer to join a world-class team developing precision motion and data acquisition systems for examining spent nuclear fuel.  As a Mechanical Engineer in the Examination Design Projects subdivision, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of fully engineered equipment and systems, from requirements development and concept design through hardware delivery.  Your specific tasks will include research and development of novel technologies, proof of principle testing, mechanical design and analysis, integration with motion control system elements, and testing.  You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical and software engineers, test sponsors, and operations personnel at NRF to deliver cutting-edge solutions to the challenges associated with examining spent nuclear fuel and performing irradiations testing. This challenging and rewarding position offers opportunities to develop and expand technical skills through complex assignments, interpersonal skills through numerous interfaces, and leadership skills through various team assignments.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

•    Experience designing and delivering complex mechatronic systems
•    Proficient oral and written communication
•    Creativity in problem-solving
•    Mechanical aptitude
•    Ability and desire to work in a team environment

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
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Pay Range

$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 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.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

 

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

 

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Numbers & Facts

LocationNiskayuna, NY
IndustryGovernment and Military
Salary$106,200–$166,000 Per Year
Company Size5,000 to 9,999 employees
Year Founded1946
Websitehttps://navalnuclearlab.energy.gov/

About Company

The Naval Nuclear Lab consists of personnel at the Bettis and Knolls Atomic Power Laboratories, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, Naval Reactors, and NTPU Charleston Facility and has been supporting the Nation since 1946.

With nearly 8,000 employees in Pennsylvania, New York, South Carolina, and Idaho, and a presence at many shipyards & vendor locations globally, we develop advanced technology for the United States Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. Ensuring the safety and reliability of naval nuclear reactors, we also train Sailors who operate reactors in submarines and aircraft carrier fleets.

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Code of Federal Regulationsunmatched
  • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
  • Control Systemsunmatched
  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
  • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
  • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Hardware Designunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
  • Mechanical Designunmatched
  • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
  • Mechanical Testingunmatched
  • Motion Controlunmatched
  • Nuclear Reactorunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Propulsionunmatched
  • Requirements Managementunmatched
  • Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Software Engineeringunmatched
  • Software Testingunmatched
  • System Testunmatched
  • Systems Engineeringunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Technical Trainingunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Tuition Feesunmatched
  • United States Department of Energy (DOE)unmatched
  • United States Navy (USN)unmatched
  • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched

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