Location: newport news, virginia, united states date: may 14, 2022 job description this mechanical project engineering position requires mechanical engineering skills to execute the planning, design, construction of heavy industrial and nuclear facilities, dry docks, piers and heavy waterfront and industrial projectsPosition provides high level estimating, planning, design, and construction support for projectsResponsible for project concept design, drawing development and approval of complex design criteria, calculations and final drawing issue for constructionPosition also requires surveillance of contracted design firms and contracted construction workPosition also provides technical work instructions, commissioning and construction checklists, and turnover of assigned project workPerforms quality control and quality inspection of design engineering and contracted workPosition also requires coordination of multiple technical functions including structural, geotechnical, electrical, civil, industrial engineering disciplines and nns maintenance and operations departmentSpecific projects include but are not limited to yard wide dredging, bulkhead maintenance, steam plant overhauls, steam piping replacement, dewatering pump replacement overhaulsExperience in these areas are highly desirable.
Additional areas of responsibility include and are not limited to:
Reviews and estimates design costs including equipment, installation, labor, materials, preparation, and other related costsInspects or directs the inspection of construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules.
Candidate preferred to have some mechanical engineering experience with mechanical infrastructure, building systems and machinery in a heavy industrial environment in the following or related areas: utility and process piping, chilled water, steam, compressed air, pumps, compressors, chillers, fans, fire protection systems, hvac, process ventilation, fire alarm systems, sprinkler, and production equipment.
Position will develop experience in hvac field engineering, technical support, reviewing vendor technical product data, system design and configuration management (ductwork, balancing, fans, emissions, hoods, flow capacity, particulate capture and transport velocities, etc.), system construction, maintenance and modifications, and troubleshooting.
Responsibilities will include directing work assignments of engineering service providers and contractors to design and construct shipyard facilities in a safe manner for production use.
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 energyApplies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machinesBasic qualifications 5 years with bachelors in science; 3 years with masters; 0 years with phd.- newport news shipbuilding requires a bachelor`s degree in engineering from an abet accredited programPreferred qualifications
Strong project management, communication, organizational and computer skills are essential.
Ability to work independently and be a part of cross-functional teams in accomplishment of complex tasks.
Ability to address technical, quality and business aspects of a project is essential.
Ability to complete assigned tasks on schedule and within budget is a must
Familiarity with international building codes, acgih, amca, ashrae, asme, epa, nec, and osha regulations preferred.
Req id: 11966 department: o41 plant engr entity: nn shipbuilding (0265) travel required: no shift: 1st relocation: relocation assistance will be available education: bachelor`s degree virtual/telework opportunity: yes - occasional or hybrid telework available us citizenship required for this position: yes clearance type: no - clearance not required to start
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