Mechanical Engineer 3

HII

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

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $122,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design and development of mechanical and electromechanical systems, with a strong foundation in engineering principles and problem-solving for complex engineering challenges. Proficient in project management and effective communication skills, essential for collaborating on technical projects.

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Mechanical Product DevelopmentEngineering Principles ApplicationProject Management ExperienceValve Design ImprovementTechnical Writing Skills

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Hard Skills

Mechanical DesignElectromechanical SystemsThermal Hydraulic SystemsEngineering Problem SolvingManufacturing ProcessesControls DevelopmentRobotics EngineeringPower Plant Systems KnowledgeValve Design SupportTesting of Mechanical Components

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationTechnical WritingProblem ResolutionCollaborationAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringABET Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Naval Nuclear PlantsWelding RequirementsNondestructive TestingMaterials EngineeringMilitary Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research, plan, design, and develop mechanical products and systems
Design and develop instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and mechanical, thermal hydraulic, or heat transfer systems
Apply research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and machines
Support standard Navy valve designs and vendor proprietary valve designs used in Naval nuclear plants
Resolve problems in existing valve designs
Improve existing valve designs
Refine maintenance procedures
Analyze and resolve engineering problems of moderate complexity in new and existing mechanical component designs

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience; OR Master’s Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience; OR Ph.D. and 0 years of experience
Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program required
General knowledge of the design, operation, and/or testing of power plant systems and components
Ability to apply engineering principles, theory, technology, and tools to analyze and resolve moderately complex engineering problems
Familiarity with general manufacturing processes
Familiarity with military and/or commercial requirements for welding, nondestructive testing, and materials desirable
Excellent verbal and technical writing skills
Experience in project management beneficial
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Ability to work first shift
No security clearance 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