Field Engineer Structural

FIELD ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 2

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Shift: 1st

Analyzes, researches and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis.

Tools utilized may include CATIA, IDEAS, Pro Engineer and a variety of software applications.

Primary job functions specific to this position include:

• Serve as a technical representative for O41 Plant Engineering on Facilities’ structural systems, structural steel and concrete design, construction and repair specifications/requirements, etc.
• Provide technical direction to internal and external customers on structural-related matters to ensure inspections, routine maintenance, and construction projects are performed in accordance with applicable codes and NNS-specific specifications/requirements
• Perform design reviews of contractor project submittals to ensure adequacy for the application at the subject facility and alignment with applicable codes, regulations and best practices
• Prepare and/or review impact studies and make recommendations supporting the development of the Facilities’ Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) for critical structural systems and equipment
• Perform structural evaluations, conduct building/infrastructure assessments and respond to emergent safety related issues in a fast paced, large industrial facility setting 50% field work
• Direct work assignments of consultants and contractors to ensure shipyard facilities are maintained in a safe condition

Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master’s Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience

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

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) in the structural disciplines is preferred
• Civil Engineering Degree
• Experience or education in steel, concrete, prestressed concrete, and wood design
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships and rapport with NNS production, engineering, safety, maintenance, and contractor personnel
• Shipyard/Nuclear facilities experience
• Proficient in pertinent structural/building codes and design standards
• Ability to gain and maintain a Confidential level security clearance
• AutoCAD and Inventor experience

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.