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Project Engineer (Principal)

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, South Carolina, Charleston
Aug 05, 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 Principal Project Engineer Next Generation Training Program NGTP Location: NPTU Charleston On Site with Telework Opportunities Apply your naval nuclear Fleet and training pipeline experience to shape the Navy's nuclear operator training for decades to come. The NPTU Charleston Site Program Office seeks a Principal Project Engineer with strong Naval Nuclear Propulsion Training Program experience to lead impactful projects supporting NGTP. This role is ideal for civilians, officers, and senior enlisted with Naval Nuclear Training Pipeline backgrounds who want to serve the Navy in technical project management. Role Overview Plan and execute the transition of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Training Program to NGTP, directly influencing fleet capability and readiness while building expertise in complex project and program management. Responsibilities Lead project planning and execution for the Charleston Simulation Expansion Program and other major site projects and programs supporting NGTP and NPTU. Develop and maintain project plans, cost and schedule baselines, and schedule trending and analysis for NGTP implementation. Own and maintain the site's Integrated Master Schedule and support short and long range budget planning for Navy and NNL. Support facilities planning and capital projects to enable future training capability. Develop, maintain, and coordinate technical proposal cost controls, resource and staffing requirements, subcontract cost and schedule reviews, and budget and expense planning. Gather and analyze cost and schedule data and prepare clear narrative, graphical, and statistical project reports for senior stakeholders. Prepare forecasts for project related equipment, personnel, and space requirements to ensure training capacity meets long term demand. Attend and lead project reviews, cost and schedule meetings, and working groups; serve as project planning liaison with NPTU organizations, NNL, and DoD stakeholders. Assist management with yearly objectives and the site's 20 year strategy, linking near term work to long term mission outcomes. Act as technical interface and subject matter expert for Training Program Initiatives related to NGTP. Support NGTP training transition efforts and facility management engineering as needed. Provide technical engineering support to Site Engineering, Site Operations, and Site Projects. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Provide consultation and project management leadership across site organizations. Qualify and serve as a member of the NPTU Charleston Emergency Response Organization. Additional Details Position requires regular on site presence at NPTU Charleston; limited telework opportunities available, consistent with program needs . 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 We are especially interested in candidates with experience in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Training Pipeline such as: Crew Training Engineer Supervisor of In Hull Training Navy Shift Engineer Equivalent leadership roles in nuclear training, operations, or maintenance organizations Additional preferred skills: Demonstrated leadership in nuclear training, qualification, or watchbill management, with a track record of mentoring and developing junior personnel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop clear reports, presentations, and visual displays of technical and project information for both technical and non technical audiences. Strong planning, organizing, and scheduling skills; comfortable managing multiple concurrent tasks and priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft tools; experience with enterprise planning, scheduling, or project management tools is a plus. Proven ability to collaborate across diverse organizations (ship, squadron, training commands, or shore activities) to execute complex initiatives. 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 $106,200.00 - $166,000.00 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