Job Description

Overview

Main Machinery Engineer will be responsible for the project management and oversight of design, development, procurement, ship integration, test and repair efforts associated with all submarine classes of main machinery components including propulsion turbines, reduction gears, couplings, bearing systems and control systems. Engineers will have the opportunity to develop a knowledge base in a wide variety of associated submarine systems, components, and structures in a fast-paced environment of changing issues.

The individual will be required to interface with EB management, Equipment Vendors, Customers (Naval Sea Systems Command), Shipyard Personnel and Ship’s Force. The individual must have a strong proficiency in all facets of engineering principles associated with rotating machinery and controls. The individual should have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and procedures and have strong technical writing and communication skills.

Main Machinery Engineering supports submarine construction/overhaul work locally and at off site locations. Business travel, evening, weekend and overtime work are required based on department needs.

Specific tasks of the Main Machinery Engineer include, but are not limited to:

• Deck-plate support of shipyard test evolutions and resolution of emergent issues.
• Develop, write and peer review technical dispositions.
• Evaluate design changes, including performance of calculations when necessary, to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, contractual requirements, etc.
• Consult subject matter experts and/or shipyard personnel, when necessary, in the resolution of issues.
• Interface with various departments to support design reviews, arrangements, procurement, operations, ship integration, test evolutions and repair efforts.
• Managing multiple concurrent tasks with established deadlines.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in engineering.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the department of defense.
• 0-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated knowledge in submarine design and/or construction.
• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, or aeronautical/aerospace engineering.

Skills

• Capable of resolving complex engineering problems
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be a quick learner and be able to adapt to a variety of tasks
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a group as well as independently
• Ability to work in shipyard environment and onboard ships is required
• Self-motivated and strong work ethic

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet