Senior Structural Engineer - On-Site
Listed on 2026-09-23
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Engineering
Structural Engineer
Req
Team: O48 CRANE ENGR&QLTY
Entity:
Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position:
Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation:
Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity:
No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements:
No
Clearance Required:
No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $99,000.00 to $
The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range
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.
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
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.
The ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of civil engineering principles, excellent analytical skills, the ability to work with a team or professionals from different disciplines, and field experience on construction sites working as an owner representative or for a general contractor. This position will support facilities in the new construction project management team. This position manages the design and construction of structural and civil work/systems associated with utility infrastructure, building and other industrial construction projects.
Responsibilities may include reviewing drawings, supervising construction projects, and ensuring compliance with legal and environmental regulations. Supervising the detailed design, budgetary costing, standardized construction, and final inspection of facility projects. This position would coordinate with consultants, contractors, and local enforcement agencies to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Must Have
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.
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…
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