Mechanical Engineer

Cindavi; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cindavi in Rockford, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to own critical HVAC, nitrogen handling, and compressed oxygen systems at a cutting-edge medical isotopes and clean fusion facility. You will shepherd designs from concept through vendor fabrication, site walkdowns, and installation in a highly regulated environment.

You must have a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, and strong hand-calculation skills with ASME B31.3 knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong hand-calculation skills and the ability to perform calculations by hand.
• Experience with piping and design codes, especially ASME B31.3.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of critical mechanical systems (HVAC, nitrogen handling, compressed oxygen, nitrogen purge gas systems).
• Prepare, review, and issue design packages, specifications, drawings, test plans, and calculations.
• Provide vendor oversight for procurement and FAT/SAT activities.

Skills

Mechanical design fundamentals

Hand calculations

ASME B31.3 knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Are you a Mechanical Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and wants to directly impact the future of clean energy and life-saving medical technology?

Job Description:

We are scaling up to tackle one of the most important engineering challenges of our time, and we need a talented Mechanical Engineer to help us build the future. We are constructing a massive, cutting-edge facility dedicated to producing life-saving medical isotopes and advancing clean fusion technology.

As a key member of our Auxiliary Systems engineering group, you will take true ownership of critical mechanical systems like HVAC, nitrogen handling, and compressed oxygen. You will not just be a cog in a machine; you will be taking designs from concept through vendor fabrication, site walkdowns, and construction installation at an active, highly regulated facility. If you are ready to apply your expertise to a mission that will protect the health and well-being of the general public, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of critical mechanical systems, including HVAC, nitrogen gas handling, compressed oxygen, and nitrogen purge gas systems.
• Prepare, review, and issue comprehensive design packages, specifications, drawings, test plans, and calculations.
• Provide vendor oversight for procurement, reviewing design documentation and participating in Factory and Site Acceptance Tests.
• Coordinate closely with the Construction team to resolve field inquiries, perform walk-downs of installed equipment, and ensure accurate installation.
• Ensure all piping routing and isometric designs meet stringent design basis requirements and our rigorous quality program standards.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant project experience in a professional engineering setting.
• A strong foundation in calculation-based capabilities with the ability to perform fundamental calculations by hand.
• Experience with hot pipe analysis and a solid understanding of the ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code.

We are a team united by a common goal to deliver innovative solutions in a collaborative, safety-first environment. With major funding secured and our engineering team actively growing, this role offers incredible stability, a competitive compensation package, and the potential for real career advancement. If you are ready to make a lasting impact,