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Remote computer engineer jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors from enterprise software and cloud infrastructure to defense, fintech, and embedded systems, at companies ranging from remote-first startups to large distributed engineering teams. Employers hiring remotely right now include Chimes District of Columbia, Anduril, and BV Teck. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- West Mifflin, PA, US
- 2026-08-26 22:34:06
- Engineering & Science
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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
Job Description: The A1B Power Plant Electrical Systems (PPS) unit at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is looking to hire an experienced, highly motivated engineer capable of taking on the challenges of delivering high quality electrical control systems for the Navy’s new nuclear battleship and the FORD class of aircraft carriers. The PPS unit is involved with the design, integration, testing, and technical oversight of propulsion plant electrical systems. This position involves direct interaction with shipyard personnel and component vendors. This is an opportunity to work as part of a high-performing team of engineers working to provide mission-critical support to the Navy and make a significant impact on the technology being developed to protect our country.
Responsibilities include:
- Becoming a subject matter expert on the design, operation, and maintenance of an assigned electrical control system
- Provide technical oversight of organizations developing electrical control systems and networks
- Provide full, life-cycle support for electrical systems and products
- Support the troubleshooting and resolution of fleet and shipyard technical issues
- Lead and coordinate system design change efforts
- Support the development and revision of test procedures and technical manuals
- Perform technical reviews of system design documents
- Make technical recommendations in formal correspondence
- Participate in the mentoring and development of less-experienced engineers
This position allows for some amount of work from home subject to business needs of the unit. The position allows for some travel to various shipyards and vendor sites for stakeholder engagement and technical oversight responsibilities.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or Currently a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.
Preferred Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to articulate technical ideas in clear and concise manner
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
- Experience working cross-functional or multi-discipline teams
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience working with motor controllers, generators, instrumentation and control systems, or networks
- Experience developing system functional requirements or specifications
- Experience developing or maintaining technical manuals or drawings
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
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.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote computer engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science
- Proficiency in C or C++ for systems, firmware, or embedded development
- Experience with microcontrollers, microprocessors, or SoC platforms
- Familiarity with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS or VxWorks
- Knowledge of hardware description languages including VHDL or Verilog
- Experience with debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or JTAG interfaces
Tips for Your Remote Computer Engineer Job Search
Show async work habits in your portfolio
Remote employers evaluate whether you can communicate progress without real-time check-ins. Add README files, design docs, and inline comments to your GitHub projects. Clear documentation signals you can work independently and hand off work cleanly across time zones.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote computer engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles matched to your stack and apply directly without sorting through on-site listings mixed in with remote ones.
Highlight distributed tooling experience upfront
Remote engineering teams rely on specific tools, including Git workflows, CI/CD pipelines, containerization platforms, and async project trackers. Name the ones you use in your summary and experience sections so remote hiring managers spot your fit immediately.
Prepare for async technical screens
Many remote computer engineer interviews include take-home assignments or recorded technical screens rather than live coding. Practice writing clean, well-commented solutions you can submit without explanation, since your code has to speak for itself in asynchronous review.
Remote Computer Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote computer engineer job?
Target companies that run distributed engineering teams, since they have established workflows for remote computer engineers and hire for it regularly. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and async collaboration skills alongside the core technical stack. A GitHub portfolio showing real systems work, strong documentation habits, and experience with tools like Jira, Confluence, or Slack gives you a concrete edge over equally qualified candidates who lack visible remote-ready signals.
Which companies hire remote computer engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote computer engineers include Chimes District of Columbia, Anduril, and BV Teck, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first software companies, cloud services firms, and distributed defense and fintech teams make up the bulk of consistent remote hiring for computer engineers.
Can you get a remote computer engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level computer engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and ship work independently from day one. Companies most likely to hire junior remote engineers include smaller software startups and open-source-driven firms. A strong portfolio of personal or academic projects, contributions to open-source repositories, and demonstrated written communication skills can substitute effectively for professional experience in a remote context.
Do you need a degree for remote computer engineer jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated systems knowledge, a portfolio of shipped work, and proficiency in relevant languages and tools over a formal degree, especially at smaller companies and remote-first startups. That said, roles at larger enterprises and in regulated sectors like defense or finance often list a bachelor's in computer engineering or a related field as a baseline requirement, so the degree carries more weight in those environments.
Which industries hire the most remote computer engineers?
The sectors hiring the most remote computer engineers are Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire computer engineers remotely because their engineering work centers on software systems and digital infrastructure that distributed teams can build, test, and deploy without a physical presence.
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