The Senior Mechanical Engineer (ME-II) independently applies an advanced knowledge of engineering principles to the division’s more challenging engineering and design activities, under the direction of a Staff Engineer or Project Manager. The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides direction to lower level personnel and technicians, and demonstrates independent operation. The Senior Mechanical Engineer interacts with all OTECH departments as necessary to provide technical support to OTECH manufacturing, integration, and test activities. Experience in maritime and/or subsea engineering is highly desired.
ESSENTIAL
Proficiency to independently perform engineering analysis, such as structural, dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, machine design, etc., using judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
Coordinate the efforts of technicians, drafters, technical writers, and other engineers.
Provide work leadership for lower level employees.
Technically manage projects of small scope.
Ensure that customer requirements are systematically converted into total system solutions.
Develop and recommend design approaches for new or improved products or processes.
Write test procedures, conduct tests, compile and evaluate test data, and complete required documentation.
Prepare reports and present results to management and customer representatives.
Assist in bid and proposal efforts by providing cost estimations, technical approach definitions, and input to baseline schedule data.
Evaluate vendor capability to provide required products or services.
Some domestic and international travel may be required, including shipboard operations.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.