Designer-Mechanical

Company: Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: June 8, 2026

Job Description:

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 promotes a positive culture 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 As a National asset, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well and exceptional work/life balance and employment stability. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated professional to join our Reactor Servicing team. Apply to this position if you're seeking to work in a mission-driven, technically diverse and dynamic environment with a strong technical team focused on learning and continuous improvement. This position requires knowledge and application of fundamental design/drafting concepts, practices, procedures and established standards to produce products and services that are of high quality, striving for zero defects. The successful candidate may be required to research products independently and/or accurately interpret instructions from Engineers and Lead Designers. This position will require the ability to produce fully dimensioned detail and assembly drawings using Computer Aided Design tools, as well as complete calculations for fit of components and assemblies in mechanical systems. The successful candidate may also be required to direct the activities of other design personnel fostering a positive teaming environment. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Associate's degree in Computer Aided Design, Mechanical/Industrial Technology Degree or equivalent. Experience with mechanical design and drafting concepts. Preferred Skills Experience with Computer Aided Design exposure with 3D solid modeling. Demonstrated knowledge and application of fundamental design exposure obtained through internship or work experience. GPA of 2.8 or higher. Positive academic performance in mathematical and physical science course work. Ability to understand and articulate mechanical design concepts. Ability to research assignments, identify key tasks and milestones and complete assignments as planned to established customer commitments. Ability to manage work tasks with the appropriate level of independence. Able to work effectively in a team environment. Able to provide high level of customer service. Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles. Compensation and Benefits Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits Disability, Life & Accident Insurance 401(k) Savings program & Capital 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 Visit us online to view all NNL benefits! Pay Range $77,706.20 annually Jobs categorized as subject to a collective bargaining agreement will adhere to the pay rates, wage increases, progression schedules, and other parameters identified and negotiated in said agreements. Wages and other compensation details are subject to change based negotiated changes to the collective bargaining agreements. 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, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

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