Power Electronics and Controls Engineer, Senior
 Naval Nuclear Laboratory | |
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)
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 Dec 23, 2024 | |
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About Us
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
The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for developing state-of-the-art electric machinery, power electronic conversion equipment and advanced control systems in support of submarine nuclear propulsion systems for the U.S. Navy. This position will focus on the development and implementation of control system technologies for a wide range of propulsion plant applications including electric drive propulsion systems and motor driven pump systems. The wide range of projects will provide the successful candidate with challenging technical work assignments and the opportunity to gain new technical skills as part of their career growth. As a senior engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning, designing, modeling, analyzing, documenting, and testing of advanced electric propulsion technology in both a laboratory environment (via rapid prototyping with hardware in the loop) as well as aboard an operating platform. Tasks will also include engagement with defense contractors and suppliers to support transitioning technologies from the laboratory to the fleet. In most cases assignments will include working with a team of engineers and project managers to insert new technology into existing and future platforms; upgrading the capabilities of the U.S. Navy. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Preferred Skills
The successful candidate will work in a team environment to apply their power systems engineering, software and hardware development skills and experience to design, implement, and test power electronic equipment, advanced control systems, and electric machines for naval nuclear propulsion plants. Specifically, the following knowledge, skills and experience are preferred: Compensation and Benefits
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 candidates must be U.S. citizens. 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. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law. Apply Now
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