Nuclear Engineer jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career Apply today!

Job Description

Join the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, Fluids Laboratory Engineering unit in a Metrology Engineer role! The Fluids Laboratory Engineering unit at the Bettis Test Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated metrology engineer to join our team.

Primary Job Responsibilities:
Provide engineering support for the calibration of pressure, temperature, and electronic equipment and sensors using manual procedures and in-house and commercial software applications.
Ensure adherence to company calibration and safety requirements.
Provide training to and ensure qualification of calibration technicians.
Identify and implement strategic equipment and process improvements and solutions. This includes the development of new capabilities and the upgrade of calibration standards, procedures, and software.
Administration of the site-wide calibration management application.
Perform troubleshooting on existing calibration equipment. Investigate equipment performance and identify and correct any problems.

As a national asset, the NNL provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well as excellent work/life balance and employment stability. Apply today!

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 6 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated experience in metrology fundamentals.
• Experience working with calibration standards for pressure, temperature, and electrical measurements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and work independently and on a team.
• Experience with standard Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), National Instruments LabVIEW (preferred) and Database Management Systems (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships with team members, internal customers, outside vendors, and procurement specialists.

Compensation and Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$92,900.00 - $145,200.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guide line only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Federal regulation requires FMP test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) Committed to Workplace Diversity