Mechanical Design Engineer III (4149)

Morson Group; United States; Remote; USD 92,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a highly technical Mechanical Engineer for the X-300 SMR project on a 100% remote US basis. The role requires 5+ years in mechanical fabrication and nuclear component design, with deep ASME Section III and ASME B.31.1 knowledge.

You will coordinate with global vendors, internal design teams, and sourcing/procurement to ensure fabrication aligns with project schedules, regulatory standards, and QA requirements. A PE license is desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum 5+ years in mechanical fabrication, preferably 3+ years in nuclear component design/manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of ASME Section III and ASME B.31.1.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
• Experience with nuclear Quality Assurance programs (10 CFR 50, Appendix B).
• Experience with active component qualification and welding practices.
• Material compatibility and selection knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Technical Ownership: Support VR-type issues (Change Requests, ITPs, Procedure Reviews, Vendor Document Reviews).
• Vendor Oversight: Interface with vendors, weekly meetings; may support onsite inspections.
• Regulatory & Code Compliance: Ensure designs/documentation meet ASME III and NQA requirements.
• Resolution of Open Items: Identify and resolve NCRs impacting design, procurement and installation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with design, sourcing, procurement, PM and vendors to support fabrication.

Skills

ASME Section III

ASME B.31.1

GD&T Y14.5

Nuclear QA

Active component qualification

Welding practices

Material compatibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Location: 100% Remote, US
Openings: 2
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 1 Year
Rate: $67-71/hour
Working Hours: 9 am to 3 pm EST are the core business hours, with some flexibility
Project: Nuclear

Travel to vendor sites - 25%

We are seeking a highly technical and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer, with a focus in fabrication support, to join the X-300 SMR project team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between our internal design teams, global manufacturing vendors, and our sourcing and procurement teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Ownership: Support Vendor Response (VR) type issues such as, but not limited to, Supplier Change Requests, Inspection and Test Plans, Procedure Reviews, Vendor Document Reviews, etc.
• Vendor Oversight: Interface with vendors in weekly meetings, ensuring that work is progressing in a timely manner. Potential to support onsite inspections at vendor facilities.
• Regulatory & Code Compliance: Ensure all component designs and documentation meet ASME Section III and NQA quality requirements.
• Resolution of Open Items: Proactively identify and resolve technical “open items” and non-conformances (NCRs) that impact design, procurement and installation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the interfacing design teams, sourcing and procurement teams, Project Management, and vendors to design parameters and fabrication activities are supported.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of experience in mechanical fabrication, preferably 3+ years within the nuclear industry, specifically in the component design and manufacturing.

Technical Proficiency:

• Deep knowledge of ASME Section III and ASME B.31.1.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerance
• Familiarity with nuclear Quality Assurance programs (10 CFR 50, Appendix B).
• Experience with active component qualification
• Welding practices
• Material compatibility and selection knowledge

Desired Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Experience with reviewing static and non-linear FEA analysis (ANSYS)
• Experience with component design such as valves, actuators, hydraulic systems
• Ability to transition between design to build and test activities
• Strong project management and team collaboration