Structural Engineer 2

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. Analyze, research, and develop structural engineering specifications for structural, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical/electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment, and maintenance designs .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $89,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural engineering design, analysis, and compliance with industry standards, while effectively communicating and collaborating with diverse teams in a shipyard or nuclear facility environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Structural Engineering DesignAutoCAD ExperienceFundamentals Of Engineering (FE)Steel And Concrete DesignShipyard/Nuclear Facilities Experience

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Hard Skills

Structural AnalysisDamage Tolerance AnalysisDesign ReviewsBuilding Codes ComplianceStructural Modeling

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADInventor

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringMaster's Degree In EngineeringConfidential Level Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Structural SystemsConstruction SpecificationsMaintenance DesignsFacilities' Long Range Strategic PlanEmergent Safety Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze, research, and develop structural engineering specifications for structural, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical/electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment, and maintenance designs
Analyze damage tolerance, durability, design allowables, and structural modeling
Serve as a technical representative for O41 Plant Engineering on Facilities’ structural systems, structural steel and concrete design, and construction and repair specifications/requirements
Provide technical direction to internal and external customers on structural-related matters
Ensure inspections, routine maintenance, and construction projects comply with applicable codes and NNS-specific specifications/requirements
Perform design reviews of contractor project submittals
Prepare and/or review impact studies and make recommendations for the Facilities’ Long Range Strategic Plan
Perform structural evaluations and building/infrastructure assessments
Respond to emergent safety-related issues in a large industrial facility setting
Direct work assignments of consultants and contractors to maintain shipyard facilities safely
Perform approximately 50% field work

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience; or Master’s Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience
Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) in the structural disciplines is preferred
Civil Engineering Degree
Experience or education in steel, concrete, prestressed concrete, and wood design
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build strong working relationships and rapport with NNS production, engineering, safety, maintenance, and contractor personnel
Shipyard/Nuclear facilities experience
Proficient in pertinent structural/building codes and design standards
Ability to gain and maintain a Confidential level security clearance
AutoCAD and Inventor experience
U.S. Citizenship required

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