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Advanced Mechanical Engineer - Weight Handling Engineer

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$85,200 - 133,200 yearly

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Job Description - Advanced Mechanical Engineer - Weight Handling Engineer


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 Knolls Laboratory Weight Handling Engineering unit is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Team! This role provides engineering support for maintenance and inspection of cranes, rigging equipment, and other weight handling equipment. The selected candidate will also support weight handling operations.


 


More about the role:
· The selected candidate will work with other engineers, inspection personnel, millwrights, and supervisors to maintain, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and perform repairs to cranes and other weight handling equipment. 
· Components that will be worked on include: braking systems (electro-mechanical), electrical systems (including variable frequency drives), and mechanical power transmission systems (gearboxes, drive shafts, motors, couplings). 
· Team with engineers to support the procurement and upgrade of electric overhead cranes and other weight handling equipment. 
· Develop rigging plans and follow the execution of rigging evolutions for complex, unique, or expensive items. 

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 4 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 2 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science field; or Currently an Advanced Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

· Ability to work on an individual assignment(s) as well as being a member of a small team(s)
· Effective oral and written communication skills along with good teaming skills
· Strong communication skills
· Strong organizational skills
· Project management
· Willingness to be trained and learn new skill(s) as needed
· Experience with cranes or other electromechanical equipment
· Familiarity with cranes and crane design requirements

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

  • Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!

Pay Range

$85,200.00 - $133,200.00 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.


 


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