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Project Engineer (Principal)

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, South Carolina, Charleston
Apr 22, 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 Do you want to be a part of the dynamic team planning the NPTU Charleston transition to the S9G Next Generation Training Program (NGTP)? The Site Program Office (SPO) within the Site Projects, Planning and Engineering (SPPE) Subdivision is seeking a Principal Project Engineer to join the team in planning the transition to NGTP and managing the Charleston Simulation Expansion Program. The SPO is responsible for the NPTU Charleston Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and the overall program management for the NPTU Charleston Simulation Expansion Program (CSEP) implementation of the Next Generation Training Program (NGTP). SPO also serves the role of Directorate Management Office (DMO) for the MTS Directorate. SPO provides project management services for major site projects/programs for the Site and facilities planning. This includes interfaces with other DoD agencies and other NNL organizations. The Project Engineer will participate in project planning and engineering evaluations and analyses to develop recommendations and implementation strategies for transition. This is a great professional development opportunity to explore and build project management expertise while leveraging your prior Operator Training experience in the planning and execution of the Site's transition to NGTP. This position is NOT remote and will require presence on site at NPTU Charleston. Individual responsibilities will include: Develop and maintain project plans, project cost/schedule baselines and schedule trending and analysis to support development and implementation of the Next Generation Training Program. Assist in developing, maintaining and coordinating technical proposal cost controls, resource requirements, subcontract cost and schedule reviews, and budget expense functions. Gather cost and schedule information to prepare project reports and analysis in a narrative, graphical or statistical nature. Prepare forecasts for project related equipment, personnel, and space requirements. Attend and/or conduct project scheduling and cost review meetings and serve as the project planning liaison with other organizations. Assist management with the development of yearly objectives and the Site's 20 year strategy. Participate as a technical interface in Training Program Initiatives as required. Support NGTP Training Transition and facility management engineering efforts as needed. Provide technical engineering support as needed to the Site Engineering, Site Operations and Site Projects units. Perform special administrative duties assigned by management. Provide Process Improvement support as needed. Provide Consultation and Project Management leadership to site organizations. Qualification as a member of the NPTU Charleston Emergency Response Organization is required for this position. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company. Preferred Skills Former S6G Training Experience as a Crew Training Engineer or Supervisor of In-Hull Training or Navy Shift Engineer. S9G fleet experience Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including development of reports, presentations and visual displays of information. Organizing information, planning and scheduling are key elements of this position. Excel, PowerPoint and other Microsoft tools as well as enterprise planning tools. Training is available for project management and scheduling software tools. 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 $105,200.00 - $164,400.00 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