Project Engineer, New to Career

Company: Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Location: West Mifflin
Posted on: June 11, 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 We are seeking a Project Engineer who brings a strong project management mindset, thrives on driving continuous improvement, and proactively supports evolving Laboratory needs. About the role: Leading end?to?end project execution - guiding project teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring clarity, communication, and high?quality deliverables throughout all phases of work. Providing clear, timely communication to NRLFO, NR, and senior leadership regarding project progress, risks, and emerging issues to support informed decision?making. Championing innovation and improvement by originating new ideas that enhance Laboratory capabilities, strengthen functional requirements, and drive cost?effective solutions. Coordinating effectively with cross?functional partners including Operations & Maintenance, Construction, Environmental Safety & Health, Radiological, Waste Management, Security, and IT to ensure integrated project support. Managing project scope, schedule, and budget-making sound decisions, mitigating risks, and executing change management processes when challenges arise. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field. Preferred Skills Management of multiple projects and in project planning Experience managing construction and/or facilities projects, including relevant internship or co?op roles. Previous work with subcontractors Experience with regulators and/or compliance organizations Experience or training in problem identification and resolution, causal analysis, etc. Project planning tools (MS Project or Primavera) and resource loading, to include work breakdown structure (WBS) Strong communication skills and teaming abilities, and demonstrated process improvement abilities Demonstrated leadership 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 $57,500.00 - $88,000.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 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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