Mechanical Design Engineer

Dominion Engineering, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

Dominion Engineering, Inc. in Reston, VA is seeking a Design Engineer to translate requirements into robust designs and to develop, release, and document components and assemblies. You will work on projects from concept through release, collaborating with Project Coordinators, the Engineering Design Director, and the Technical Director of Engineering Design. A portfolio presentation is requested during interviewing, and strict adherence to nuclear-industry practices is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical experience.
• SolidWorks CSWP or equivalent proficiency.
• Minimum 3 years designing tooling and equipment for industrial applications.
• Ability to present a design portfolio during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer and project requirements into design specifications for assigned project responsibilities.
• Design, develop, and release components and subsystems under supervision.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation including 3D models, 2D drawings, calculations, and BOMs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure readiness from concept to launch.
• Evaluate capabilities and select components based on quantitative evaluations (e.g., pump curves).
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback based on technical merit.
• Mentor peers to ensure high quality of work.
• Travel to support field implementation of a project.

Skills

Design engineering

3D CAD modeling

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in technical field

ABET-accredited program preferred

Tools

SolidWorks CSWP

Job description

The Design Group is the central resource within Dominion Engineering, Inc., an Allied Power company, that performs equipment, tooling, and product design. Engineers within the Design Group work within and collaborate to improve established design, drafting and release processes.

Design engineers are expected to design, develop, draft, and release assigned work ranging from individual components to complex assemblies. Project assignments are coordinated between the Design Manager, individual Project Coordinators, and the Director of Project Operations. Design engineers will work as individual contributors as well as team members based on project specific team structures.

This position requires strict adherence to nuclear industry principles, including but not limited to:

• Commitment to personal, industrial, and nuclear safety
• Verbatim compliance with written work instructions and procedures
• Fitness for Duty - Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace
• Use of Human Performance Tools

Applicants who cannot demonstrate end-to-end engineering design experience, including concept through release of tooling or equipment for industrial applications, and who are not prepared to present a design portfolio during the interview process, will not be considered.

Reports to: Technical Director of Engineering Design, Products and Technology Division

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Translate customer and project requirements into design specifications for assigned project responsibilities.
• Design, develop, and release components and subsystems under the supervision of Project Coordinators and the Engineering Design Director.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation. Including but not limited to 3D models and 2D drawings, calculations/design notes, and bills of materials.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure assigned work is completed from concept to launch.
• Understand and evaluate capabilities, strengths, and compromises for common mechanical components (e.g., pumps); select components based on quantitative technical evaluations (e.g., pump curves).
• Participate in collaborative brainstorming and design review sessions. Provide and accept feedback based on technical merit in a professional atmosphere.
• Enthusiasm for peer group mentoring with other Designers/Engineers within the Design Group, encouraging consistency and high quality of work product.

Additional Functions:

Subject to company and project needs, the Design Engineer may be called on to perform other functions suited to his/her expertise, including but not limited to:

• Acting as an Individual Contributor on non-design tasks related to his/her design work (e.g., writing procedures, operating instructions, generating figures, etc.)
• Inspection of received components, fit up, first time assembly for projects where design authority was assigned.
• Reporting and disposition of deviations and corrective actions related to assigned designs.
• Traveling to support field implementation of a project
• Supporting internal business initiatives
• Strong understanding and demonstrated proficiency with:
• Engineering first principles: Statics, Dynamics, Strength of Materials
• 3D Part and assembly modeling (Solidworks CSWP or equivalent experience)
• 2D Drafting
• Experience with prototype fabrication and standard manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills as well as organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Comprehensive familiarity with fabrication/manufacturing techniques
• Knowledge of costs, lead times, and associated tradeoffs.
• Ability to identify process gaps and propose/contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Ability to articulate ideas and abstract concepts with clear written and verbal communication.
• Comprehensive understanding of nuclear work environment and the unique design challenges/requirements thereof
• Codes:
• ASME BPVC
• ASME Process Piping (B31)
• Standards:
• Y14.5 GD&T
• Y14 Engineering Drawing Practices
• AWS Welding
• Traditional manufacturing methods and associated DFM:
• 3D CNC - multi axis milling / lathe turning
• Weldments / Welding
• Additive manufacturing and DfAM
• FDM/SLS/MJF
• Dimensional inspection/Reverse Engineering:
• 3D Scanning / CMM / Hand tools

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work at a desk/computer. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to navigate industrial environments while wearing PPE, including climbing over and around obstacles, and up and down stairs or ladders. The employee must occasionally work at heights (up to approximately 30 feet above the floor) without experiencing vertigo. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Required Education, Experience, Certification and Licenses:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience and a minimum 5 years of engineering experience.
• Degree from an ABET-accredited program preferred.
• SolidWorks CAD Design Professional (CSWP) - Mechanical Design or equivalent demonstrated proficiency.
• Experience designing and building tooling and equipment for industrial applications (minimum 3 years).

Allied Power, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Allied Power, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. At Allied Power, we are committed to transparency and employee well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with company matching. Additionally, we provide life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Please note that paid time off (PTO) is available for eligible positions.