Principal Mechanical Engineer

Apogee Global RMS

Principal Mechanical Engineer supporting NSWCPD and NAVSEA initiatives in mechanical engineering. Leading design, integration, and testing of shipboard systems for Navy platforms.

Posted 5/23/2026contractPhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead engineering efforts for shipboard mechanical systems, including HM&E system design, integration, and testing
Support mechanical, electrical, and thermal system design across Navy platforms
Provide engineering support for machinery systems, machinery integration, and energy conversion systems
Develop and execute test plans, engineering assessments, and technical evaluations
Review and develop technical data packages, drawings, specifications, and design documentation
Support Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Ship Change Documents (SCDs), and configuration updates
Provide engineering support for prototype/test tool integration, site upgrades, and modernization activities
Coordinate with Government engineers, platform teams, and technical authorities to ensure compliance with NAVSEA and NSWCPD requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

__**Required Qualifications**__
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline from an ABET‑accredited institution
- 10+ years of engineering experience, including:
- 7+ years in shipboard mechanical, electrical, and thermal system design and engineering
- Shipboard mechanical systems engineering
- HM&E system design, testing, and integration
- Machinery systems and energy conversion support
- Demonstrated experience with technical documentation, drawings, and engineering assessments
- Ability to support prototype/test tool integration and site upgrade activities
- Eligibility for Government facility/network access; Tier 3 investigation required for DON system access
__**Preferred Skills & Experience**__
- Experience with Navy shipboard machinery, machinery silencing, alternate energy systems, or land‑based test sites
- Experience with CAD drawings, technical data packages, and configuration management
- Active DoD clearance (Secret or higher)

Benefits

Comp & perks

__**Why Apogee:**__
Apogee supporting federal programs in this Top Tier engagement where compliance maturity directly impacts contract eligibility, mission readiness, and national‑level defense outcomes. You’ll work with decision‑makers, shape audited environments, and operate in a space that values expertise, rigor, and operational excellence.
__**How to Apply**__
For any questions (OR) to apply, please contact us at **careers@apogeeglobalrms.com**.

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Hard Skills & Tools

mechanical engineeringHM&E system designsystem integrationtestingenergy conversion systemstechnical documentationengineering assessmentsCAD drawingsconfiguration managementprototype/test tool integration

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineeringDoD clearance (Secret or higher)