Materials / Metallurgical Engineer

Materials/Metallurgical Engineer

Location: Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Job Title: Materials/Metallurgical Engineer

Status: Full-time Professional

Annual Salary Range: $66,800 - $126,280 Salary and grade commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary

As a Materials/Metallurgical Engineer at BPMI, you will work under significant to limited supervision and perform routine technical functions to support company operations in areas including, but not limited to performing materials engineering evaluations and analyses, and making engineering decisions for all aspects of assigned tasks. Cognizant areas may include planning, analyzing, documenting, inspection, and testing of nuclear, mechanical, structural, or electrical components, systems, equipment, and facilities. Work may include chemical or materials evaluations, design reviews, operations support, safety analysis, and analysis/auditing of vendor's procedures and systems for quality control or manufacturing surveillance. Work may include independent assessments or participating on multi-disciplinary teams, research and development, and on-site supplier assessments. This position requires knowledge and application of materials engineering techniques, principles, and practices employed in the area of assignment. You will be responsible to maintain the technical excellence of the Company within the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.

Essential Duties

• Delegate materials engineering responsibility that supports fleet, field, technology, analysis, manufacturing, facilities, testing, and operations activities.
• Assist in the study, design, application, analyses, test, or the preparation of specifications and processes for systems, materials, equipment, or components relating to a limited aspect of the group's function.
• Support other engineers who are performing related work.
• Prepare project plans to accomplish assigned work. Identify and complete performance measures, including post job assessments. Meet project and scheduler requirements.
• Communicate status on a periodic basis to immediate management.
• Perform evaluations which may include analysis of material conditions, failure analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Develop an understanding of component and system interrelationships and expand understanding of pertinent materials manufacturing processes.
• Assist in the preparation of technical manuals, reports, or procedures in accordance with program quality standards.
• Assist in design, development, execution, and evaluation of materials engineering research, design projects, and/or process development programs.
• Complete training and work assignments that are planned to provide experience and familiarization with the engineering methods and practices of the Company.
• Participate in production/quality surveillance and production reviews at supplier plants and report results.
• Prepare letters to the Government providing technical information, recommending approval of technical actions or obtaining approval of funding.
• Evaluate vendor prepared designs and supporting documents; participate in technical discussions with equipment departments and suppliers.

What You Can Expect

A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community. A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security. Competitive and attractive pay and benefits with a stable organization. Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose. Career advancement and professional development programs.

Minimum Job Requirements

B.S. in Materials Science, Metallurgical, or Welding Engineering from an accredited college or university or B.S. degree in another engineering discipline with a M.S. in Materials or Metallurgical Engineer. Minimum GPA of 3.0 for newer college graduates. Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.

Preferred Job Requirements

Application of materials and processes in the design and fabrication of equipment. Preparation and interpretation of specifications and standards for metallic and nonmetallic materials and processes, and the metallurgy of materials to fabricate plant equipment or pressure vessels is desirable.

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). BPMI is involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for installation in nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, submarines, and prototype plants for the U.S. Navy. Teamwork, cooperation, and the pursuit of excellence have been the driving forces behind the growth and success of BPMI. For more information, visit www.bpmionline.com. BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.