Engineering Jobs in Frankenmuth Michigan

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Job Summary

Responsible for the safe, clean, compliant, and profitable construction, operation, and maintenance of a landfill gas upgrade facility. The Operations Manager will oversee all aspects of the facility's construction, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and regulatory requirements. This role will involve managing on-site personnel, support staff, and third-party contractors while coordinating with the operations teams, Project Management/Engineering teams, and EHS team to ensure seamless project execution. This role will transition to an Operations Manager once the facility construction is complete. The facility will operate on a 24/7 basis, producing renewable natural gas, requiring strict quality control and safety measures throughout the construction and operational phases.

The Operations Manager will also be responsible for various duties related to the construction, operation, and maintenance of the facility's mechanical and biological assets. This includes monitoring construction progress, conducting on-site inspections to verify installation quality and compliance, overseeing structural, mechanical, and electrical installations, and ensuring proper system integration. Additional responsibilities include collecting gas samples, preparing and disseminating reports, and addressing any issues that arise during the construction process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Construction Phase

• Maintain open communication with the Director of Landfill Operations, Project Management/Engineering team, and EHS team to ensure project alignment.
• Manage construction plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and quality control measures.
• Manage and coordinate a multi-disciplinary construction team, assigning tasks and ensuring efficient collaboration. Manage contractor scopes of work and review, mitigate, or present any cost change events.
• Review project designs to identify potential construction challenges and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
• Conduct on-site inspections to verify installation quality, adherence to construction plans, and compliance with safety standards.
• Oversee the execution of structural, mechanical, and electrical installations, ensuring proper integration of all systems.
• Prepare detailed construction reports, including progress updates, identified issues, and corrective actions taken.
• Review project schedule and provide weekly updates for incorporation into master project schedule.
• Organize and lead weekly construction review meetings with contractors, engineers, and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with construction standards and regulations, proactively identifying and addressing quality concerns.
• Monitor construction costs and ensure the project stays within budget constraints while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Operational Phase

• Performs all duties in a manner that is safe, compliant, and efficient as well as productive.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining high quality personnel for the site staff.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight for the site staff.
• Provide oversight for daily maintenance, operations, and repair activities.
• Ensure that the facilities are maintained at industry leading standards of industrial hygiene, grounds keeping, and housekeeping.
• Ensure that all compliance mandates and obligations including safety, environmental, financial, and any/all other permitting requirements are satisfied.
• Manage special projects onsite, refurbishments & renovations, upgrades and major repairs, and process innovations.
• Manage the procurement, inventory, and maintenance of PPE, spare parts, consumables, vehicles, equipment, and tools for the facilities through dedicated asset and inventory management software (CMMS Fiix).
• Manage all aspects of the facilities' operation including production metrics and other KPIs, personnel performance, and compliance mandates.
• Lead the management of change (MOC) process and ensure team involvement.
• Participate in the development of-and manage all the facility budgets, including those for production, operational expenditures, and capital expenditures.
• Operate the full range of mechanical and biological assets at the facility.
• Conducts the full range of maintenance activities required at the assigned facility.
• Perform a variety of processes and quality control related duties including collecting, analyzing, packaging, shipping, documenting, and reporting samples of various gases, liquids, and solids.
• Operate off-road utility vehicles such as skid steers, loaders, forklifts, and UTV's.
• Participate and engage in all required training, both in-person sessions and remote learning modules, in all required fields.
• Coordinate with Project Management and Engineering teams for larger capital expenditure project.
• Adhere to every safety policy and procedure.

Education/Experience is required when indicated, desired otherwise.

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's degree in operations management, engineering, or construction management is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a management capacity in operations, production, and/or maintenance at a manufacturing or industrial facility is required.
• Understanding of engineering principles and systems.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance requirements.

Physical Demand

Field work will include work outside and exposed to the weather, high elevations, confined spaces, electrical components, both stationary and rotating equipment, manure and other agricultural wastes, gases and liquids that are compressed/pressurized, toxic, caustic, or acidic, and/or flammable, dust, exposure to high heat/cold weather, high winds, and high noise.

The physical demands described next are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Satisfactory performance of the essential duties of this job will require standing, kneeling, sitting, and walking as well as fine motor skills (especially of the hands) and the extended reach of arms. Climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, and crawling will be required. Regular senses of smell, hearing, and sight are required. The capacity to occasionally lift up to 75 pounds is required.

Work Environment

The duties of this job will include working both in an office environment and work outdoors in the weather year-round as well as inside industrial spaces with operating machinery. Exposure to high heat and high humidity as well as cold weather and high winds can be expected. This job also includes

potential exposure to high noise, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, acids and caustic chemicals, flammable and/or poisonous atmospheres, hot surfaces/equipment, cold surfaces/equipment, high vibrations, confined spaces, elevated working surfaces, vehicle traffic, and animal manure.

Compensation

Salary is paid on a bi-weekly basis and will be consummate with the value and experience the candidate brings to the role. In addition to base salary, compensation includes the option to participate in company sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance plans and in a retirement savings program as well as paid personal time off and holidays.

Sagepoint Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.