Job Description

Location: Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Job Title: Unit Manager - Plant Engineering Analysis
Status: Full-time Manager
Annual Salary Range: $122,300 - $179,300
*Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Job Summary
As a Unit Manager for the Plant Engineering Analysis (PEA) unit at BPMI, you will be responsible for the technical engineering management of structural and dynamic analysis efforts supporting FCE (Flow Control Equipment) and I&C (Instrumentation and Control) department cognizant equipment. This position is based at BPMI - Pittsburgh to support the FCE and I&C customers.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Oversight and organization of structural analysis efforts to support component design, production and fleet issues.
• Planning and executing operational impact assessments and extended service life evaluations for flow control equipment.
• Teaming with FCE, NNL (Naval Nuclear Laboratory), and Program suppliers to evaluate the design and structural integrity of new technology insertions into the fleet.
• Leading analysis technology development efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of structural evaluation techniques.
• Maintaining the technical excellence of BPMI and the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) structural evaluations to ensure safe component operation.

Additionally, you will be responsible for structural dynamic analysis efforts to support shock and vibration oversight across all BPMI cognizant equipment, including:

• Oversight and planning of shock and vibration qualification testing efforts.
• Development of shock and vibration analyses and technical justification to support qualification extensions.
• Collaborate with NNL on the development of new dynamic structural evaluation techniques.
• Creating and implementing innovative shock and vibration testing solutions.

As with a typical engineering unit manager position, your role will encompass unit leadership, assignment of responsibilities within the unit, assessing performance, providing feedback, and performing budgeting and resource forecasting duties.
Essential Duties:

• Organize, manage, and direct the efforts of personnel engaged in the execution of structural engineering analysis including engineering mechanics, finite element analysis, thermal/mechanical analysis, fracture mechanics, heat transfer, dynamics, shock, vibration, fluid dynamics, and related technologies.
• Responsible for ensuring the correct execution of technical work: developing and applying engineering and scientific principles to accomplish work, including assurance of appropriate technical reviews.
• Oversee structural evaluations and provide technical consultation and guidance on the analysis and design of power plant components to applicable design codes and standards.
• Champion the application of new technologies and new approaches/requirements to realize efficiencies in analysis techniques, testing methods, or supplier fabrication span and cost reduction efforts.
• Represent BPMI at technical meetings with other prime contractors, suppliers, and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program representatives.
• Strategically plan and develop knowledge areas within the team and department to build and maintain critical skill knowledge areas.
• Manage and forecast labor resources.
• Responsible for succinct summaries, both oral and written, of work and work issues for senior management.
• Facilitate professional development through training and mentoring.
• Occasional trips (less than 10%) to Naval Nuclear Laboratory sites and BPMI inter-site travel.
• 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

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 degree in related technical field (i.e. Engineering, Science, etc.) from an accredited college or university.
• Six (6) years of NNPP or program 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.

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.
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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