Career Opportunities: Experienced Mechanical Engineer (923)

Career Opportunities:

Experienced Mechanical Engineer (923) Requisition ID 923

• Posted 04/07/2026
• Engineering
• Experienced
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BPMI Corporate:

Monroeville, Pennsylvania:

BPMI Pittsburgh

• 3500 Technology Drive
• Monroeville  Job Description Print Preview Apply Save Job Return to

List Location:

Monroeville, Pennsylvania Job Title:

Experienced Mechanical Engineer Status:

Full-time Professional Annual Salary Range:

$88,000

• $166,300
• Salary and grade commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary As an Experienced Mechanical Engineer at BPMI, you will work under limited supervision and perform moderately complex critical technical functions to execute BPMI's mission in areas including but not limited to performing engineering evaluations and analyses and making engineering decisions for all aspects of assigned tasks. Cognizant areas may include planning, designing, modeling, analyzing, documenting, and testing of nuclear, mechanical, structural or electrical components, systems and equipment and facilities. Work may include chemical or materials evaluations, design and manufacturability reviews, developing specifications, operations support, safety analysis, vibration analysis, manufacturing surveillance, and evaluation of procedures and systems for quality control. This position requires knowledge and application of engineering techniques, principles and practices employed in the area of assignment.

Essential Duties:

Prepare project plans to accomplish assigned work. Establish, track, and influence progress against schedule and performance goals and provide periodic status updates to management, and internal and external stakeholders. Resolve technical, logistical, and funding issues in area of cognizance. Prepare specifications for the design, testing, and qualification of new equipment or upgrades of existing equipment. Provide technical support and oversight for field operations. Team with other engineers performing related phases of the technical work to ensure integration of activities and plans. Mentor and train lower-level employees. Perform analytical evaluations which may include the development and application of computer models and resolution of issues. Prepare revisions to technical manuals, reports, or procedures in accordance with NR Program quality standards. Initiate, design, develop, and support the execution and implementation of engineering research and design projects. Conduct technical negotiations with suppliers; conduct production reviews and quality surveillance; review and approve supplier designs and supporting technical reports on assigned components and equipment; develop and implement methods to improve supplier performance. Perform design for affordability reviews and prepare cost estimates; perform analyses and evaluations of supplier designs for material suitability, reliability, and integrity. Prepare letters to the Government providing technical information, recommending approval of technical actions, or obtaining approval of funding. Interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing or test procedures to verify supplier compliance with contract and design requirements. The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.

What You Can Expect:

A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community. A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security. Competitive and attractive pay and benefits with a stable organization. Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose. Career advancement and professional development programs.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university. A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience. Advanced degrees (e.g., Master's, Ph. D.) may be considered as a partial substitute for required experience, depending on the relevance to the position, but may not fulfill the entire experience requirement. Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Experience in project engineering or design engineering with some experience or familiarity in one or more of the following areas: manufacturing, welding, specification preparation, structural analysis, fluid flow, mechanical design, vibration analysis, or field support. Effective technical writing and verbal communication skills. Critical thinking skills, creative and innovative, challenges the status quo, willing to push the envelope and think outside the box. Experience influencing internal and external stakeholders to drive execution of work on-time and on-budget. Why BPMI? Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). BPMI is involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for installation in nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, submarines, and prototype plants for the U.S. Navy. Teamwork, cooperation, and the pursuit of excellence have been the driving forces behind the growth and success of BPMI. For more information, visit www.bpmionline.com . BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Apply Save Job Return to List Email this job to a friend   The job has been sent to Please provide the information below Job title:

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