Engineering Jobs in Middletown, VA
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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.
Review, validate, and maintain standard costs, including BOM structures, labor routings, and overhead rates.
Analyze manufacturing variances (purchase price, usage, labor, overhead, scrap, yield) and partner with operations to drive corrective actions.
Support annual standard cost roll and periodic cost updates within SAP.
Ensure integrity of inventory valuation and coordinate cycle counts and fixed asset counts.
Analyze spending and explain key variances versus AOP and forecast.
Prepare weekly scrap and MUV reporting.
Support site-level forecasts, AOP development, and business reviews with clear operational insights.
Drive continuous improvement, automation, and standardization of reporting and analytical processes.
Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with SOX, corporate policies, and statutory requirements.
Support cross-functional initiatives, special and ad-hoc operational projects.
Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with SOX, Corporate policies, and statutory requirements.
How You Will Get Here: Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
Experience: 4+ years of finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and manufacturing finance Experience reviewing and analyzing Bills of Material (BOM) and production routings Understanding of inventory accounting, absorption costing, and variance analysis Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and consistent delivery of high-quality work Advanced Excel skills required; SAP experience strongly preferred (Essbase, HFM a plus).
Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to translate financial data into operational insights.
Strong collaboration skills; ability to work cross-functionally with manufacturing and engineering teams.
Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions oriented.
Continuous Improvement mindset with ability to identify process gaps and implement enhancements.
Travel Requirements: Less than 5% domestic/international travel
APEX Placement and Consulting has partnered with a growing company in Strasburg, VA to hire a Process Engineer for their new recycling facility. The operation focuses on advanced recycling processes designed to improve material recovery and support sustainable manufacturing practices.
This is a unique opportunity to help build and optimize production systems in a new facility environment.
Keep reading for more details!
What’s in it for you:
- Day shift hours Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (Some Saturdays 7:00am-3:00pm)
- Competitive salary
- New facility build - take part on the ground floor of decisions company wide!
- Medical, Dental and Vision - Client pays 80% of health coverage once hired
- 401K matching up to 4%
- Year end bonuses
- Paid vacation
Responsibilities:
- Support plant operations by evaluating equipment performance, material handling systems, and process reliability to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Analyze production processes and recommend mechanical, operational, or system improvements to increase safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
- Support facility and process evaluations to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of plant operations, equipment capability, and production processes.
- Define, implement and maintain process documentation associated with operating production equipment
- Support the operations teams to ensure that best practices are shared across the site
- Collaborate with production, quality, and operations teams to resolve process issues and implement improvements.
- Identify efficiency opportunities to drive continuous improvement, streamline processes, and reduce costs or waste.
- Comply with safety protocols/environmental regulations/labor laws at all times
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Manufacturing, or related)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or industrial production environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to analyze and improve production processes.
- Working knowledge of industrial equipment systems including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems.
- Ability to occasionally support weekend or off-hour production needs as required.
