Engineer I - Structural

QP Manufacturing Engineering Opportunity

As part of the QP Manufacturing Engineering organization, you will put your engineering and problem solving skills to the test, seeing your solutions put into action in real time with a mix of assignments ranging from just a few days to several weeks to complete. This will be in support of COLUMBIA and VPM first time construction. This is truly the best opportunity to apply engineering skills in support of a state-of-the-art nuclear submarine construction facility.

This position is ideal for the highly motivated individual who enjoys getting their hands dirty; working directly with production tradespeople and management, developing designs from inception to use on a variety of interesting applications. Job assignments will include design development and production support of:

• Lifting and handling fixture designs and process support
• Lifting & handling arrangements – learning state-of-the-art crane capabilities and heavy load transporter operations
• Lifting and handling drawings and build strategies
• Lifting and handling Risk mitigation plans
• Initiating and implementing Process Improvements as well as supporting in implementing ideas

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Civil (Structural) Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent engineering degree
• 0-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience
• Knowledge of lifting/handling methods and/or structural fabrication techniques
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense

Preferred:

• Experience and knowledge in submarine design and/or construction
• A demonstrated ability in multi-tasking and technical project management is desirable
• NX, Teamcenter, SOLIDWORKS, and/or AUTOCAD experience in 3D model manipulation, structural analysis, and 2D drawing development

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Hot, Inside, Noise, Outside, Wet