About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Marine Mechanical Engineer to support design, analysis, and integration of marine mechanical systems for naval and maritime platforms. This role contributes to ship design, system development, and lifecycle engineering efforts while working under direct supervision or as part of project teams.

• Works independently with direct supervision, or as part of project teams
• Performs engineering calculations using mechanical principles, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
• Develops analyses and prepares technical reports and engineering documentation
• Designs and performs calculations for ship propulsion and auxiliary systems; prepares purchase specifications for major equipment
• Develops and documents test procedures to verify equipment and system performance
• Supports engineering for systems including main and auxiliary propulsion, fuel and lubrication systems, seawater and fresh water systems, and HVAC systems
• Uses CAD and engineering analysis tools to produce designs and drawings

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Qualifications

Basic requirements to be considered for this position:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• Foundational understanding of mechanical systems, thermodynamics, fluid systems, or shipboard systems
• Experience with CAD and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

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Preferred Qualifications

Helpful background and credentials that strengthen an application:

• Internship, co-op, academic project, or early-career experience in marine, naval, or defense engineering
• Familiarity with ship design, piping, HVAC, propulsion support systems, or auxiliary mechanical systems
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward Professional Engineering licensure
• Proficiency with industry-standard CAD and engineering analysis software
• Exposure to U.S. Navy, shipbuilding, or maritime industry standards

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Work Environment & Location

• Location: Full-time onsite in Newport News, VA (Newport News is the authoritative job location)
• Some travel may be required to support customers and contracts (approximately 10%)
• Position supports defense/maritime programs and requires the ability to obtain a security clearance
• Open to flexible working arrangements after establishing experience in the role

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $57,850.00 - $104,575.00 per year (range provided by the source posting; actual offer will consider experience, education, skills, and internal equity)
• Benefits: competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement (details vary and will be provided by the hiring organization)

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Why Work With Careertakes

Careertakes connects qualified candidates with confidential client opportunities in Engineering. If you match this role, Careertakes may surface additional positions that fit your profile and support you through the recruiting process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.