Senior Civil Engineer - Contract
Merrick & CompanyRole Overview
Merrick & Company is hiring a Senior Civil Engineer - Contract. This is a contract role in Newport News. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Overview
Merrick is hiring a Senior Level Civil Engineer (Contract) for several upcoming shipbuilding facility projects. You'll be the Onsite Support Engineer and will function as part of a team that plans, designs and oversees the construction of new and/or expanded shipbuilding facilities. This position is located at our client site in Newport News, Virginia, not at a Merrick office. This is a one (1) year contract with the possibility of extension of up to three (3) years.
What You'll Do
- Act as the owner's engineer, supporting NNS facilities maintenance and assisting the utility engineering team.
- Evaluate maintenance notifications by reviewing documentation and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Prepare engineering documentation, including Technical Work Instructions (TWI).
- Conduct studies and analysis for emergent tasks as they arise.
- Assist with maintenance tasks to support testing, troubleshooting, and resolving system problems, as well as making configuration changes.
- Provide onsite technical support and guidance, including reviewing drawings, designs, and other technical documents for quality and code compliance.
- Inspect onsite infrastructure related to facilities and utilities to ensure proper functioning and adherence to standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of civil engineering experience in an industrial environment.
- US Citizenship is required.
- Storm water and sanitary sewer pumping and distribution systems experience
- Knowledge of ASME and/or ASCE codes and standards
Additional Information
- Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
- At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters—never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
- Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
- This engineer will be employed on contract with a vendor partner, not a direct Merrick employee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Civil Engineer - Contract position at Merrick & Company?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Merrick & Company. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Civil Engineer - Contract position at Merrick & Company located?
This position is based in Newport News. Merrick & Company has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Civil Engineer - Contract at Merrick & Company earn?
Merrick & Company has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Civil Engineer - Contract role at Merrick & Company posted?
This role was posted on April 21, 2026 (55 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Civil Engineer - Contract role at Merrick & Company require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Merrick & Company lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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