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STRUCTURAL ENGINEER MECHANICAL 3

HII • Newport News, VA • 1w ago

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Mar 20, 2026

Req ID: 45478

Team: E86 NUC PRP-CNS&PRC ENG

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available

Travel Requirement: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

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.

Analyzes, researches and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals or operation of product to include structures, mechanical and fixturing. Analyzes tolerances, durability, design allowables and structural modeling.

This position supports department E86 Nuclear Propulsion - Construction and Process Engineering. This position is specifically for a Mechanical Engineer supporting the E86 Structural and Shielding group of the Virginia Class Submarine program. This Engineer will provide hands-on waterfront support, manufacturing engineering support and oversight for the construction of Reactor Plant structures.

Key responsibilities will be,

1.Technical Rigor

-Become a structural discipline SME within the technical content of the group.

-Resolve and review discrepancies in a technically sound method.

-Develop new SOPs to capture processes as needed

-Revise existing SOPs to reflect improvements in processes

2.Communication

-Perform as liaison between various Engineering & Trades departments and the customer.

-Attend and support meetings regarding Reactor Plant structures

-Provide timely resolutions to waterfront and shop issues.

3.Leadership

-Develop and manage timelines and priorities for known upcoming milestones/key-events.

-Teach/guide junior engineers in their development

A strong candidate should be effective in written and verbal communication; Problem Solving; Critical Thinking; Technical Writing; and have experience with Microsoft Office Programs.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience;

Master's Degree and 3 year of relevant professional experience

Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

A general understanding of the reactor plant construction process, comprehension of structural drawings, and project management experience.

Experience with NDT standards as well as welding standards.

Experience with various NNS shipbuilding programs (i.e. SAP, i2, CATIA, Enovia etc.) preferred.

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: 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, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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