Mechanical Engineering Technical Lead, Nuclear Process Systems

Westinghouse Electric - USA; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Technical Lead in Ogden, UT, on-site. You’ll lead design, qualification, and installation of nuclear manufacturing systems, using ANSYS and CAD tools while coordinating with operations, quality, EHS, and regulatory teams.

You’ll perform FEA, drive capital projects end-to-end, and engage regulators.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 10+ years in manufacturing or chemical plant environments.
• PMP certification and project leadership experience.
• Proficiency with AutoDesk tools and ANSYS for design validation.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily technical support to manufacturing and chemical operations.
• Lead design and implementation of new or modified systems, with specs and installation oversight.
• Apply materials and process knowledge to resolve production issues.
• Perform Finite Element Analyses (FEA) using ANSYS to substantiate designs.
• Drive capital projects end-to-end, including schedules, budgets, and risk plans.
• Engage customers and regulators, craft proposals, and pursue opportunities.
• Publish technical papers and present to customers and regulatory audiences.

Skills

Project leadership

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Technical mentoring

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Join a mission: engineer reliable systems that power clean energyAt WECTEC Staffing Services (a wholly owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC), we believe people are our greatest asset. We’re hiring a Mechanical Engineering Technical Lead to support cutting-edge nuclear manufacturing—full-time, on-site in Ogden, UT—reporting directly to the Senior Engineering Manager.The challengeImagine you’re asked to boost throughput on a chemical process line without compromising quality or safety. You’ll re-spec equipment, refine process parameters, model critical components with FEA in ANSYS, and orchestrate installation, testing, and qualification—while engaging stakeholders across operations, quality, EHS, and regulatory. That’s a typical project here.Your impactProvide daily technical support to manufacturing and chemical operations and maintenance teams.Lead design and implementation of new or modified systems: define specifications, develop equipment and process designs, and manage installation, fabrication, testing, and qualification to meet safety and regulatory standards.Leverage advances in materials, machinery, manufacturing, and chemical processing to resolve complex production issues.Develop innovative solutions in materials selection, equipment configuration, and process design.Perform engineering calculations and Finite Element Analyses using ANSYS (or comparable tools) to substantiate designs.Drive capital projects end-to-end: project charters, management plans, schedules, WBS, risk management plans, and budgets; coordinate across departments.Engage with customers and regulators; address requirements; craft proposals; renew business opportunities; implement strategic plans.Publish technical papers and deliver formal presentations to customers and regulatory audiences.What you’ll need to succeedB.S. in Mechanical Engineering or similar.10+ years of experience in manufacturing or chemical plants.Preferred proficiency with AutoDesk and ANSYS.Working knowledge of ASME codes.Documented leadership of projects from design through commissioning, including scope, schedule, and budget development; execution and monitoring to meet objectives. PMP certification.Excellent teamwork skills—able to lead and actively participate.CAD capability: Inventor or SolidWorks (or similar).Background in industrial refinery environments.Experience leading projects and troubleshooting issues.Our commitment to safetyWe succeed because we put people first. If you’re as committed to your success as we are to your safety, this is the place for you. Safety of our people is our guiding principle.Grow with WECTECWe provide customer-focused staffing—from high-volume programs to specialized placements—backed by best-in-class service. Our teams support international contracts across more than five countries and a wide spectrum of technical and corporate roles.Compensation and benefitsCompetitive pay for all employees.Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits.401(k) Savings Plan.Paid Vacations for qualifying roles.We value transparency and equity. The estimated base salary range is $60/hour to $70/hour, based on experience, qualifications, and skills.How to applyDiscover more: www.wectecstaffing.comApply now: careers.westinghousenuclear.comConnect with us: LinkedInEqual OpportunityEqual Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities