Welding Engineer

Job Description

Markon is seeking a Specialized Engineer III to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory’s Welding Engineering organization at the Bettis site. This position will work with a team of engineers to assess, develop, test, and evaluate metallic and non-metallic repair technologies through laboratory activities and commercial subcontract efforts, supporting stakeholders across the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, shipyards, and Naval Reactors Headquarters.

NOTE: This position requires regular onsite work at the West Mifflin, PA location and may be performed remotely up to 10% of the time. The position requires an active DOE L clearance (Or equivalent DoD secret and above) and includes some travel to vendors and shipyards.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering teams to identify, research, test, and evaluate metallic and non-metallic repair technologies.
• Leverage existing welding, machining, and other industrial processes to support repair technology development.
• Assist with the planning, follow-up, and execution of technical work efforts.
• Develop technical instructions and procedures supporting engineering and repair activities.
• Track procurement actions and budget performance associated with assigned projects.
• Prepare technical submittals, recommendations, and other engineering documentation.
• Support project planning, equipment testing, and repair deployment activities at vendors and shipyards.
• Support complex engineering assignments involving both established and novel repair technologies.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and support groups across the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, shipyards, and Naval Reactors Headquarters.
• Plan and report project performance within NNL’s broader repair technology development community.
• Support laboratory operations and execution of repair technology development activities.
• Assist in developing, testing, evaluating, and ultimately qualifying repair procedures.
• Consult with fabrication vendors and shipyards to facilitate technology transfer.
• Plan and execute work programs and experimental activities.
• Analyze experimental results and prepare technical reports.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must have an active DOE L clearance to be considered (DoD Secret and above may be considered for clearance transfer).
• Bachelor of Science degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR
• Master of Science degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience making technical presentations.
• Ability to lead and execute laboratory operations in a productive, timely, and compliant manner.

Desired:

• Ability to help develop, test, evaluate, and eventually qualify repair procedures in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to consult with fabrication vendors and shipyards to facilitate technology transfer.
• Knowledge or experience with repair operations involving:
• • Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).
  • Gas metal arc welding (GMAW).
  • Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW).
  • Epoxies and composites.
  • Mechanical and machining processes.
• Ability, or ability to learn, to develop and interpret specifications, drawings, and engineering standards.
• Ability to plan and execute work programs.
• Ability to design experiments, analyze experimental results, and prepare technical reports.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully execute laboratory work.
• Familiarity with inspection methods.
• Excellent individual initiative and creativity.

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