Senior Mechanical Engineer

About Us

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an experienced Mechanical Building Systems Engineer to join our Kesselring Site's Facilities Engineering team in Ballston Spa, NY! Our Facilities Engineering organization is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing facility infrastructure critical to our mission. As a Mechanical Engineer with us, you will play a key role in designing, maintaining, and optimizing mechanical systems essential to Navy operations and a professional work environment for the approximately 2,000 people that call Kesselring home. Collaborating closely with on-site craft organizations, service subcontractors, and project managers, you will tackle diverse challenges, supporting both construction projects and ongoing operations.

Within this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Provide expertise in engineering and operating mechanical systems such as HVAC, radiological ventilation, steam and condensate, compressed air, and sanitary systems.
• Lead efforts in planning, designing, and overseeing the maintenance and alteration of system equipment and facilities.
• Troubleshoot technical issues, develop specifications, and provide engineering solutions.
• Act as a technical lead for project scoping, design reviews, construction support, and commissioning.
• Manage facility equipment operations, maintenance, repair, and construction activities.
• Evaluate current systems and propose engineering solutions to enhance reliability, performance, and efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Maintenance, Facility Operations, Security, Safety) and external vendors.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or Currently a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company. Preferred Skills

• Experience in engineering design, facilities maintenance, troubleshooting, or repair.
• Knowledge of New York State Mechanical Code and ASHRAE Fundamentals.
• Proficiency in developing engineering documents and reviewing technical drawings.
• Familiarity with Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) concepts or predictive maintenance technologies.
• Experience in leading verification and acceptance testing for facilities projects.

Compensation and Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range
$95,700.00 - $149,600.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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, satellite, and vendor locations.

For more than 75 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.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

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