Mechanical Engineer

Markon

. Support Naval Nuclear Laboratory repair technology development efforts through laboratory testing and commercial subcontract activities .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeWest Mifflin • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $120,000 - $127,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on developing and interpreting engineering specifications, conducting laboratory operations, and executing test programs. Proficient in digital design, CAD capabilities, and supporting repair technologies in compliance with industry standards.

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Mechanical Engineering DegreeDigital Design SkillsLaboratory Operations LeadershipTest Program ExecutionDOE L Clearance

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Hard Skills

Engineering Specifications DevelopmentExperimental DesignTechnical Report PreparationRepair Procedure QualificationMaterials Engineering KnowledgeEpoxy and Composite TechnologiesArc Welding TechnologiesMechanical and Machining ProcessesDigital Data AcquisitionCAD Capabilities

Soft Skills

Strong Individual InitiativeCreativity

Tools & Technologies

Digital Data Acquisition HardwareDigital Data Acquisition Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Active DOE L ClearanceActive DoD Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Naval Nuclear LaboratoryRepair TechnologiesSubcontract ManagementVendor CollaborationShipyard Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Naval Nuclear Laboratory repair technology development efforts through laboratory testing and commercial subcontract activities
Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering work involving established and novel repair technologies
Develop technical designs, instructions, and procedures
Lead laboratory and commercial-subcontract test programs
Contribute to novel repair techniques
Draft, place, monitor, and report on subcontracted repair method development and demonstration contracts
Support epoxy and composite technologies, mechanical and machining processes, and arc welding technologies
Develop and interpret engineering specifications, drawings, and standards
Design experiments and analyze experimental results
Prepare technical reports
Apply digital design and CAD capabilities
Support digital data acquisition hardware and software
Lead and execute compliant laboratory operations
Work with vendors and shipyards to develop, test, evaluate, and qualify repair procedures
Collaborate with stakeholders across the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, shipyards, and Naval Reactors Headquarters
Travel to vendors and shipyards for project planning, equipment testing, and repair deployment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active DOE L clearance required; active DoD Secret or above may be considered
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, OR Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
Ability, or ability to learn, to develop and interpret specifications, drawings, and engineering standards
Ability to plan and execute test programs
Ability to design experiments and analyze experimental results
Ability to assist with preparation of technical reports
Digital design and CAD skills
Ability to lead and execute laboratory operations in a productive, timely, and compliant manner
Regular onsite work at the Bettis location
Some travel to vendors and shipyards required
Knowledge of materials engineering
Background in industrial operations
Familiarity with digital data acquisition hardware and software
Experience or ability to support development, testing, evaluation, and qualification of repair procedures in laboratory environments or through vendors and shipyards
Strong individual initiative and creativity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Remote work up to 10% of the time