About Us
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory comprises the U.S. Department of Energy locations and personnel responsible for developing advanced naval nuclear propulsion technology, providing technical support to ensure 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. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory includes the Bettis and Knolls Atomic Power Laboratories, the Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and the Naval Reactors Facility which have proudly supported the nation since 1946. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory has nearly 8,000 employees working at primary locations in Pennsylvania, New York, South Carolina, and Idaho. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory also has an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations around the globe. We are dedicated solely to the support of the United States Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC, a wholly own a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation.
Job Description
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking a motivated individual to join the Thermal Safety Engineering team. Thermal Safety Engineering offers unique opportunities to perform thermal safety analyses using fundamental heat transfer principles in support of nuclear fuel movements. There is a large variety of different analyses allowing for significant learning opportunities including: supporting design recommendations for long-lead material procurements, final equipment design certifications, safety analysis documents, procedures for fuel processing and long-term storage conditions. Analyses are performed using commercial finite element computer software, such as Abaqus, and hand calculations using fundamental heat transfer concepts. These analyses must pragmatically integrate operational needs while meeting program requirements, federal regulations, and system capabilities. The successful candidate will be challenged with characterizing heat dissipation of nuclear fuel within various pieces of equipment to assure safe operations during normal and accident conditions. This position will require the candidate to define work plans and carry out analyses while maintaining proper communication with immediate management and interface directly with project stakeholders.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
BS degree in engineering or Bachelor’s degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university required.
Preferred Skills
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
Experience with ABAQUS or other finite element computer software
Computational fluid dynamics exposure
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrates good project / work planning
Exposure to finite element analysis theory and software
Experience employing fundamental heat transfer concepts to perform thermal analyses
Strong technical communication skills – verbal and written
Compensation and Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
401(k) Savings Program
Capital Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
9/80 Work Schedule
Flexible Start/End Times
Wellness Rewards Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Pay Range
$64,500 – $96,700 annually
Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only.
Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
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. Federal regulation requires FMP test for marijuana. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042, Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP) may require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by their start date, subject to approved disability or religious accommodations. We understand this federal requirement is subject to litigation and enforcement may change. Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) Committed to Workplace Diversity