Mechanical Engineer III

HII

Engineer Mechanical in Robotics and Automation group designing mechanical systems for shipbuilding. Responsible for developing and implementing robotic and automation solutions in production areas.

Posted 7/19/2026full-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 designing and developing mechanical and electromechanical systems, with a strong focus on robotics and automation in shipbuilding environments. Proficient in implementing automation projects and deploying robotic solutions in production settings.

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Robotics And Automation Solutions6 Axis Robotic SystemsProcess Automation ControllersManufacturing And Systems EngineeringProject Management

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Product DevelopmentElectromechanical Systems DesignRobotics Software UtilizationRobotic DeploymentThermal Hydraulic SystemsHeat Transfer SystemsEnergy Measurement SystemsControl Systems EngineeringManufacturing ProcessesSystems Engineering

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingTeamworkAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ABB RoboticsFanuc RoboticsCollaborative Robotics (Cobots)Siemens ControllersAllen Bradley ControllersPhoenix Contact ControllersHMI Controllers

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringABET Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Shipbuilding ManufacturingIndustrial AutomationProduction EnvironmentManufacturing ShopsNNS Manufacturing Processes

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 for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy.
Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
This position is intended for the Robotics and Automation group in Department E66.
The incumbent will be responsible for implementing robotics and automation projects in areas within the shipyard.
This position regularly communicates with Engineers/Designers across Departments, Waterfront) via email, phone, and in person meetings and utilizes various robotics software and tools.

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
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Manufacturing and Systems Engineering experience in an industrial or shipbuilding manufacturing environment, specifically with shipbuilding manufacturing shops and experience with project management.
Familiarity with major industrial 6 axis robotic systems (ABB, Fanuc) and collaborative robotics (Cobots).
Familiarity with process automation controllers (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Phoenix Contact), and HMI controllers.
Experience developing robotic and automation solutions.
Experience deploying robots in a production environment.
Familiarity with NNS manufacturing and production processes.
Candidates without preferred qualifications who are eager to learn will be considered.

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