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HII

Mechanical Engineer 2

HII

. Research, plan, design, and develop mechanical products and systems .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $89,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical product design and development, with a strong understanding of submarine and aircraft carrier systems. Proficient in technical documentation and collaboration within multi-disciplinary engineering teams to resolve complex challenges.

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Mechanical Product DesignSubmarine Systems KnowledgeTechnical Documentation PreparationTeam Center ExperienceDOD Security Clearance

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Hard Skills
Mechanical Systems AnalysisHydraulic Systems DesignThermal Systems DevelopmentTroubleshooting Complex MachineryComputer-Based Design MethodologiesEngineering Principles ApplicationTechnical WritingDesign Proposal PreparationCalculations and AnalysesDeviation Request Preparation
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsCollaboration in Multi-Disciplinary Teams
Tools & Technologies
Team CenterNGPNXSAPMATLABPython
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringABET Accreditation
Industry Keywords
Navy StandardsSUBSAFE StandardsVirginia-Class SubmarinesColumbia-Class SubmarinesNuclear-Powered Aircraft CarriersBBGN

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Research, plan, design, and develop mechanical products and systems
  • Design, analyze, and develop mechanical, hydraulic, and thermal systems for submarine and carrier applications
  • Support ship certification and delivery by evaluating open work and ensuring compliance with Navy and SUBSAFE standards
  • Prepare and review technical documentation, including design proposals, calculations, analyses, procedures, and deviation requests
  • Collaborate with NAVSEA, Electric Boat, vendors, and shipyard personnel to address design and construction challenges
  • Apply engineering principles to develop technically sound solutions for complex shipboard problems
  • Participate in on-site issue resolution in a shipyard environment
  • Support design and construction of Virginia- and Columbia-Class submarines, SSNX, AUKUS submarines, nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, and BBGN

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience
  • Master's Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Knowledge of submarine or aircraft carrier machinery and systems
  • Understanding of mechanical systems interfaces with structural, electrical, and other mechanical systems
  • Understanding of mechanical components including hydraulic and electric actuators, linkages, pumps and valves, piping, HVAC systems, structural weldments, and mechanical joints
  • Experience with traditional and computer-based design and analysis methodologies
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve production, installation, and operational problems of complex machinery and systems
  • Experience using Team Center, NGP, NX, SAP, MATLAB, or Python
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proven technical writing ability
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams
  • DOD Security Clearance preferred, but not required to start

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Relocation assistance
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
  • On-site health centers
  • Tele-medicine
  • Wellness resources
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Savings plan options (401K)
  • Financial education and planning tools
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee discounts
  • Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
  • Educational and training programs for continual career growth