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Electrical Project Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)

May 27, 2026
About Us 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 An exciting career opportunity is available for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Construction Projects Engineering group, part of the Bettis Construction Department. This team is responsible for delivering projects from conception through closeout, including medium to large scale renovations, site infrastructure upgrades, and new construction of office buildings, laboratories, and test facilities. Typical project values range from $500K to more than $20M. Electrical Project Engineers are highly valued members of our project execution teams, providing technical leadership, engineering rigor, and field support for a wide range of facilities projects across the Bettis Laboratory. Roles and Responsibilities * Serve as highly engaged owner representatives overseeing subcontracted architectural engineering firms and construction subcontractors. * Develop, review, and define project technical specifications in close coordination with project sponsors and stakeholders. * Investigate existing electrical systems to determine conditions, capacities, and integration points for new infrastructure. * Evaluate how new systems will interface with or impact site wide electrical distribution, controls, and support systems. * Develop and review engineering documents, including design drawings, calculations, technical specifications, and analyses. * Conduct field walkdowns and provide engineering oversight during construction to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and project requirements. * Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, construction managers, and contractors to resolve design and field issues. * Support troubleshooting, technical issue resolution, and risk identification throughout design and construction. * Promote safe execution of electrical work and adherence to all regulatory and organizational requirements. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or Currently a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company. Preferred Skills * Experience developing engineering documents (design drawings, specifications, engineering calculations). * Knowledge of communication networks such as phone, data, and fire protection systems. * Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a project team environment. * Ability to mentor less experienced Electrical Engineers within the group. 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 $95,700.00 - $149,600.00 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. Apply Now