Electrical Engineer (New in Career) - Instrumentation and Controls - Ohio Class Submarines

Job Title

Electrical Engineer (New in Career) - Instrumentation and Controls - Ohio Class Submarines

Job Classification

Salary/Exempt

Organizational Unit

Naval Nuclear Laboratory -> Fleet Support & Naval Training -> Fleet Power Plant Engineering

Location

Niskayuna - Niskayuna, NY 12309 US (Primary)

Category

Engineering/Science

Career Level

Entry Level

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

Associate and Intermediate engineers who work in the Ohio Class - Power Plant Electrical Engineering unit are responsible for providing direct support for Instrumentation and Control (I&C) systems and related electrical systems for the Ohio Class Fleet and S8G Prototype platform to fulfill a primary mission of the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL).

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Develop, test and maintain Power Plant I&C Systems for the Ohio Class Fleet and S8G Prototype platforms
• Interface with stakeholder personnel from the Navy, internal NNL organizations, BPMI, Shipyards, RPCO, and Naval Reactors to actively support the Ohio Class Fleet and S8G Prototype
• Provide timely and technically correct guidance to assist in emergent fleet issues
• Work independently to assess and troubleshoot S8G I&C systems on an emergent basis
• Initiate, develop, and support the execution and implementation of engineering research and design projects

This position is an excellent opportunity to support the world's best Navy, build on your current skills and broaden your career path in the NNL Electrical Community!

Required Skills

Associate:

• BS degree in engineering or Bachelor's degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university required.

Intermediate:

• BS degree in engineering or Bachelor's degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of two years of relevant experience; or
• MS degree in engineering or Master's degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of one year of relevant experience; or
• Currently or previously EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or
• SRE Qualification

Preferred Skills

• 2.5 GPA and above on a 4.0 scale.
• Strong desire to learn the technical details of shipboard I&C systems
• Desire to provide technical support and emergent troubleshooting for Fleet and Prototype systems
• Previous experience problem solving on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in guiding individuals and groups on a multi-disciplinary project.
• Good written communication skills with an ability to articulate technical ideas in a clear & concise manner
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication that will be essential in the candidate's ability to contribute effectively in a teaming environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills through previous work and/or academic experience
• Co-op, internship or prior work experience in a technical field

About Us

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) Committed to Workplace Diversity