Engineer, Mechanical 3

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Engineer mechanical, developing next-generation fast attack submarines for U.S. Navy at Newport News Shipbuilding.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $122,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical and electromechanical system design, particularly in submarine propulsion plant design, while effectively collaborating with multi-discipline teams and communicating with stakeholders. Proficient in technical writing and solving complex spatial integration issues to meet system requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Product DevelopmentSubmarine Propulsion Plant DesignTechnical WritingFluid System DesignStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mechanical System DesignElectromechanical System DesignHeat Exchanger DesignValve DesignPump DesignGenerator DesignSteam Turbine DesignSpatial Integration Problem SolvingTesting of Mechanical SystemsDesign Planning

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationFlexibilityStakeholder EngagementProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

Submarine DesignThermal Hydraulic SystemsShip RequirementsMulti-Discipline TeamsCustomer Feedback Incorporation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems
Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines
Engage with shipyards, customers and other stakeholders to collect feedback for design incorporation
Have flexibility with work assignments and may perform duties outside of traditional discipline work scope
Work with multi-discipline teams on incorporation of SSNA design principles
Solve complex spatial integration issues while meeting system and overall ship requirements
Be able to effectively communicate with both internal leadership and external customer(s)
Be prepared to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience
Master’s Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience
Ph.D. and 0 years of experience
Specific knowledge of submarine propulsion plant design
Direct technical expertise in propulsion plant fluid system design or component design including heat exchangers, valves, pumps, generators, and steam turbines
Proficient in technical writing
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
prescription drug
dental and vision plan choices
on-site health centers
tele-medicine
wellness resources
employee assistance programs
savings plan options (401K)
financial education and planning tools
life insurance
tuition reimbursement
employee discounts
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships