Specialized Engineer III- Welding (3629) Job at Navarro Research and Engineering

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Specialized Engineer III- Welding in West Mifflin, PA. An active DOE L clearance or DOD equivalent is required to be considered for this position.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client\'s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Responsibilities

• Support repair technology development efforts by leading test programs within a laboratory setting and via commercial subcontracts.
• Plan, follow, and execute work efforts; conceive and produce technical instructions and procedures; track procurement actions/budget performance; write technical submittals and recommendations.
• Contribute to the development of novel repair techniques by drafting, placing, following, and reporting subcontracted repair method development/demonstration contracts.
• Travel to vendors and shipyards to support project planning, equipment testing, and repair deployment as needed.
• Collaborate with other engineers to identify, research, test, and evaluate metallic and non-metallic repair technologies, leveraging welding, machining, and other industrial processes.
• Maintain a project management focus, including project planning, assignment of work, coordination of resources, and reporting of project performance within the broader repair technology development community.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or MS Degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience making technical presentations and leading/executing laboratory operations in a productive, timely, and compliant manner. Ability to develop, test, evaluate, and qualify repair procedures in the laboratory and consult with fabrication vendors and shipyards. Repair operations may include gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, epoxies/composites, and mechanical/machining processes.
• Ability to develop and interpret specifications, drawings, and engineering standards. Ability to plan and execute work programs, design experiments, analyze results, and prepare technical reports.

Desired Knowledge, Skillset, and Abilities

• Experience with automated/mechanized gas tungsten arc welding and demonstrated laboratory execution.
• Familiarity with inspection methods is a plus.
• Excellent initiative and creativity to enhance value in this position.

Due to government contract requirements and/or clearance requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran\'s status or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education

Note: This description reflects the current responsibilities and requirements for the role and may be subject to change.