ENGINEER MECHANICAL 4
AMSEC LLC, A Subsidiary of Huntington Ingalls Industries, Newport News, VA, United States
ENGINEER MECHANICAL 4
Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Apr 14, 2026
Req ID: 46514
Team: E86 NUC PRP-CNS&PRC ENG
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework: Not eligible
Travel Requirement: Yes, up to 10% of the time
Clearance Required: Interim Clearance required to start
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. We are seeking a Senior Engineer to develop and revise Reactor Plant Controlled Material Procedures (RPCMPs) that provide standardized requirements and processes for conducting nuclear work at NNS. The successful candidate will coordinate inputs from multiple engineering disciplines across all NNS programs, integrating technical information into comprehensive write‑ups to support the development of technical manuals, procedures, government letters, and memos. Excellent communication skills are needed to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including RPCO, NNL, and NAVSEA. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate leadership competencies by leading by example, fostering a culture of technical excellence, and contributing to the development of junior staff members.
Key Responsibilities
Developing and revising RPCMPs to ensure high-quality, standardized procedures
Performing onsite inspections of construction issues that arise during construction in support of procedural compliance
Supporting material issue resolution through answering of QNs and VIRs
Coordinating inputs from multiple engineering disciplines to create integrated technical write‑ups
Maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrating leadership competencies through technical expertise and collaborative work relationships
Contributing to the development of new and junior staff members
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience
Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience
Ph.D. and 4 years of experience
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
Nice to Have
Familiarity with rigging/lifting & handling as well as fabrication processes, piping systems, and receipt/source inspection procedures and practices
A strong understanding of general manufacturing principles, including pipe bending, plastic, and lead shielding processes
Knowledge of the Approved Products List (APL) and Qualified Products List (QPL)
Experience coordinating and working with multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Ability to support production meetings on behalf of engineering to ensure timely resolutions and provide engineering insight on construction issues
Military experience
Benefits
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.
EEO Statement
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.
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Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Apr 14, 2026
Req ID: 46514
Team: E86 NUC PRP-CNS&PRC ENG
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework: Not eligible
Travel Requirement: Yes, up to 10% of the time
Clearance Required: Interim Clearance required to start
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. We are seeking a Senior Engineer to develop and revise Reactor Plant Controlled Material Procedures (RPCMPs) that provide standardized requirements and processes for conducting nuclear work at NNS. The successful candidate will coordinate inputs from multiple engineering disciplines across all NNS programs, integrating technical information into comprehensive write‑ups to support the development of technical manuals, procedures, government letters, and memos. Excellent communication skills are needed to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including RPCO, NNL, and NAVSEA. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate leadership competencies by leading by example, fostering a culture of technical excellence, and contributing to the development of junior staff members.
Key Responsibilities
Developing and revising RPCMPs to ensure high-quality, standardized procedures
Performing onsite inspections of construction issues that arise during construction in support of procedural compliance
Supporting material issue resolution through answering of QNs and VIRs
Coordinating inputs from multiple engineering disciplines to create integrated technical write‑ups
Maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrating leadership competencies through technical expertise and collaborative work relationships
Contributing to the development of new and junior staff members
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience
Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience
Ph.D. and 4 years of experience
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
Nice to Have
Familiarity with rigging/lifting & handling as well as fabrication processes, piping systems, and receipt/source inspection procedures and practices
A strong understanding of general manufacturing principles, including pipe bending, plastic, and lead shielding processes
Knowledge of the Approved Products List (APL) and Qualified Products List (QPL)
Experience coordinating and working with multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Ability to support production meetings on behalf of engineering to ensure timely resolutions and provide engineering insight on construction issues
Military experience
Benefits
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.
EEO Statement
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.
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