Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer

Framatome North America; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness options

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Framatome North America seeks a Component Owner (mechanical design engineer) to design components used in nuclear fuel assemblies. You will create drawings, specifications, and parts lists, and lead qualifications with suppliers while ensuring manufacturability and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least five years of related experience, strong GD&T knowledge, and proficiency with engineering software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with specialized software tools and programming languages as required.

Responsibilities

• Design drawings, product specifications, and parts lists.
• Lead qualifications and evaluate manufacturing nonconformances.
• Collaborate with suppliers and production teams to resolve fabrication concerns.
• Monitor component manufacturing and address real-time issues.
• Develop and qualify new mechanical designs for future fuel lines.
• Support design testing by defining requirements and writing reports.
• Adhere to government regulations and industry standards.

Skills

5+ years experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

GD&T

Engineering software

Job description

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

What You’ll Do Day-To-Day

As a Component Owner (mechanical design engineer) in the Mechanical Product Design group, you will be responsible for the design and engineering of components which are used in Framatome's nuclear fuel assemblies. Component Owners ensure design control through every step of the design process from development and industrialization through manufacturing and quality assurance. Specifically, you will create design drawings, product specifications, and parts lists. You will also lead qualifications and evaluate manufacturing nonconformances. Experience with manufacturing processes is preferred.

Your Work Will Include

• Initiating, reviewing, and maintaining product drawings and specifications.
• Using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to define design tolerances.
• Participating in resolution of component and assembly fabrication concerns with suppliers.
• Monitoring component manufacturing and addressing real-time issues through collaboration with production teams.
• Developing and qualifying new and improved mechanical designs to support future fuel product lines.
• Supporting design testing by setting requirements, defining test methods, performing tests, and writing reports.
• Performing standard engineering assignments typically in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of specifications, execution of field tasks, resolution of field problems, and resolution of quality events.
• Having awareness of government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards.
• Evaluate, select and apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making minor adaptations and modifications.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Good communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Displays leadership characteristics.
• Exhibits questioning attitude and practices self-checking.
• Advanced proficiency with specialized software tools and programming languages as required by the role.

Total Rewards Package

• Salary: $128,000 - $142,000 and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A ).