Component Engineer, Nuclear

System One; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 95,054 - 158,424; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Component Engineer for a contract role in Burlington, VT. This position involves overseeing the design and delivery of nuclear fluid pumps and requires a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering along with 10+ years of experience in mechanical systems. Candidates should excel in supplier coordination, project management, and technical communication, as well as working effectively in a multidisciplinary environment. The role offers a hybrid work model with 3-4 days on-site per week.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct experience with proven mechanical systems skills.
• Experience with component design, manufacture, and hardware lifecycle management.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in fluid and structural analysis.

Responsibilities

• Interface with suppliers on the development of Primary and Intermediate Sodium Pumps.
• Oversee design, manufacture, and delivery of nuclear fluid pumps.
• Provide technical oversight to partners and subcontractors.

Skills

Mechanical systems skills

Supplier/contractor coordination

Project management

Fluid analysis

Structural analysis

Tolerance analysis

Technical writing

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Teamwork orientation

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Component Engineer, Nuclear
Location: Burlington, VT
Type: Contract, 12 months
Compensation: $69.00 - $115.00 per hour
Contractor Work Model: Hybrid, 3-4 days a week on site.

Responsibilities

• Interface with suppliers on the development of Primary and Intermediate Sodium Pumps, ensuring hardware design meets design intent.
• Oversee the design, manufacture, and delivery of large nuclear fluid pumps, coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities.
• Provide technical oversight to partners and subcontractors working on mechanical system designs for the reactor.
• Coordinate technical interfaces and manage drawings, P&IDs, 3D models, and system interface diagrams.
• Establish and maintain system requirements, specifications, and design packages for major plant equipment.
• Support planning efforts, maintain schedule adherence, and ensure integration with overall plant design delivery.
• Propose, initiate, and oversee testing programs for plant system qualification as needed.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and risks, ensuring technical review and compliance with design codes such as ASME, ASTM, IEEE, and NFPA.
• Generate and review calculations, reports, and engineering documentation; coordinate multidisciplinary efforts.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical or related discipline from an accredited university
• 10+ years of direct experience with proven mechanical systems skills
• Experience with component design, manufacture, and full hardware lifecycle management
• Experience with supplier/contractor coordination and project management
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in fluid and structural analysis, tolerance analysis, and engineering drawings
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Self-starter with ability to lead and coordinate design teams with minimal direction
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, resolve conflicts, and work on multidisciplinary projects
• High integrity, open communication, and teamwork orientation

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.