Mechanical Design Engineer - Process Piping Systems

Centrus Energy Corp.; Bainbridge Township (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Centrus Energy Corp. is seeking an engineer to design, modify, and optimize facility piping systems, sizing equipment, and preparing compliant drawings and technical docs. You will perform calculations, ensure safety, and support procurement, commissioning, and inspections.

Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree with at least two years of piping/ process equipment experience and must obtain a Q security clearance. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CFD, and FEA is desired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years of hands-on experience with piping, fluid systems, or process equipment.
• Experience with equipment sizing, calculations, codes, and safety practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify, and optimize facility piping systems and size mechanical equipment.
• Prepare compliant drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Perform engineering calculations and safety checks.
• Support procurement and assist with factory acceptance tests, field inspections, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Process Piping

Piping Layout

Equipment Sizing

Pressure Drop

Flow Analysis

Thermal Analysis

Pipe Stress

Structural Checks

Technical Docs

ASME Codes

Procurement Support

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

CFD

FEA

Job description

Design, modify, and optimize facility piping systems, including sizing mechanical equipment and preparing compliant drawings, specifications, and technical documentation. Perform engineering calculations and safety checks, support procurement, and assist with factory acceptance tests, field inspections, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Requirements:

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and at least two years of relevant hands‑on experience with piping, fluid systems, or process equipment. Practical equipment‑sizing experience, familiarity with calculations, codes, safety practices, and drafting or analysis tools are sought; the successful candidate must obtain and maintain a Q security clearance.

Key Skills:

Mechanical Design, Process Piping Systems, Piping System Layout, Equipment Sizing and Selection, Pressure‑Drop Calculations, Flow and Thermal Analysis, Pipe‑Stress Analysis, Structural Checks, Technical Documentation, ASME Codes and Standards, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CFD, FEA, Procurement Support, Commissioning and Troubleshooting