Engineering Village Jobs in Amelia, LA

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• Support the implementation of dry dock planning and execution guidelines to ensure high levels of planning, scheduling, and financial discipline.
  
• Provide hands-on support during dry dock planning and execution, including on-site presence for complex dry docks.
  
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage contractual obligations and ensure transparency in maintenance, repair, and capital planning.
  
• Work closely with Vessel Port Engineers and Technical team for coordination of dry dock planning, contracting, selection, and development of technical specifications; including procurement of parts and services.
  
• Coordinates and supports the execution of the dry dock planning project management tools, coordinates daily dry dock progress updates and financial updates to ensure on time dry dock departure.
  
• Perform dry dock performance reviews measure KPIs and document lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.
  
• Performs project management for other technical asset management projects as needed.
  
• Inspect marine equipment and machinery in order to draw up work requests and job specifications.
  
• Design and oversee testing, installation, and repair of marine apparatus and equipment.
  
• Investigate and observe tests on machinery and equipment for compliance with standards.
  
• Ensures that assigned vessels are operating as safely as possible; works with crew to get vessels ready for annual regulatory inspections.
  
• Prepare technical reports for use by engineering, management, or sales personnel.
  
• Evaluate operation of marine equipment during acceptance testing and shakedown cruises.
  
• Review work requests and compare them with previous work completed on ships in order to ensure that costs are economically sound.
  
• Analyzes problems and interfaces with appropriate operations personnel.
  
• Perform monitoring activities in order to ensure that ships comply with international regulations and standards for life saving equipment and pollution preventatives.
  
• Maintain and coordinate repair of marine machinery and equipment for installation on vessels.
  
• Schedule machine overhauls and the servicing of electrical, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, and sewage systems.
  

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• A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in marine engineering including but not limited to vessel design, operation, management, and repair.
  
• Valid Passport.
  
• Valid Driver's License.
  
• Must possess or be able to obtain TWIC.
  
• Must be able to pass a Security Clearance.
  

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• Bachelor's degree in marine engineering or equivalent is preferred and may be considered as a viable substitute for work experience.
  
• Experience as a Chief Engineer preferred.
  
• A certification in project or program management is highly preferred.
  

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• Considerable knowledge of shipbuilding trades and Marine Classification Society codes and standards.
  
• Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving.
  
• Knowledge of department's policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles and values, etc.
  
• Skill in the use of testing instruments such as calipers, micrometers, hygrometers, manometers, tachometers, and pressure measuring devices.
  
• Ability to read and interpret shipyard maintenance specifications, repair contracts, and blueprints.
  
• Ability to research codes, regulations, ship modifications, and new techniques in ship operations.
  
• Ability to understand technical drawings, manuals and procedures to develop guidelines for work packages.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
  
• Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.
  

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.