Mechanical Engineer - Monroeville, PA

Location: Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Status: Full-time Professional

Annual Salary Range: $66,096 - $118,232

• Salary commensurate with education and experience.
  
  
  

Job Summary

As a Mechanical Engineer at BPMI, you will work under significant oversight to perform routine technical functions to support company operations in areas including, but not limited to: engineering evaluations and analyses, planning, designing, modeling, analyzing, documenting, and testing of nuclear, mechanical, structural, or electrical components, systems and equipment and facilities. Work may include operations support, safety analysis, vibration analysis, engineering methods and software development, and evaluation of procedures and systems for quality control or manufacturing surveillance.

Essential Duties:

• Assist with engineering responsibility that supports fleet, field, technology, analysis, manufacturing, facilities, testing, and operations activities.
• Assist in the study, design, application, analysis, test or the preparation of specifications and processes for systems, materials, equipment, or components relating to a limited aspect of the group’s function.
• Prepare project plans to accomplish assigned work. Identify and complete performance measures, including post job assessments. Meet project and schedule requirements.
• Assist in performing analytical evaluations which may include the application of existing computer models.
• Develop an understanding of component and system interrelationships.
• Assist in the preparation of technical manuals, reports, or procedures in accordance with NR program quality standards.
• Assist in design, development, execution, and evaluation of engineering research and design projects.
• Complete training and work assignments that are planned to provide experience and familiarize with the engineering methods and practices of the Company.
• Participate in technical discussions with suppliers and evaluate vendor prepared designs and supporting documents.
• Prepare letters to the Government providing technical information, recommending approval of technical actions or obtaining approval of funding.
• Assist with monitoring supplier performance and participate in production and quality surveillance and production reviews at supplier plants and report results.
• The essential duties identified are representative but 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
• 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 Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• 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.
• Creative and innovative problem-solving capabilities.
  
  
  

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

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.

BPMI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.