Primary Heat Transport System Design Engineer

Protingent; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative staffing agency is offering an exciting opportunity for a Primary Heat Transport System Design Engineer. This role involves designing complex nuclear and industrial process systems, performing critical analyses, and ensuring adherence to design codes. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will manage drawing packages and support licensing activities while leading projects that have a significant impact on safety and efficiency. With the flexibility of remote work, this position is perfect for a self-starter looking to make a difference in the engineering field.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in mechanical systems design.
• Experience with light water reactor nuclear steam systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design nuclear and industrial process systems from requirements through final design.
• Manage drawing packages including P&ID, 3D models, and interface drawings.

Skills

Complex Fluid System Design

Fluid Simulation Software

Technical Writing

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

P&ID Software

3D Modeling Software

Job description

Primary Heat Transport System Design Engineer

Protingent Staffing has an exciting *REMOTE* or On-Site contract opportunity for a Primary Heat Transport System Design Engineer.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design nuclear and industrial process systems and sub-systems from requirements through final design.
• Perform analyses supporting design (thermal-hydraulic, structural, etc.) using hand calculations and software.
• Ensure application of correct design codes (ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA, etc.) in plant systems design.
• Provide technical guidance on nuclear and non-nuclear design standards.
• Analyze and allocate regulatory criteria to mechanical and process system designs.
• Support planning and schedule adherence for design activities and integration with plant delivery schedules.
• Manage drawing packages including P&ID, 3D models, and interface drawings.
• Coordinate with design disciplines to develop plant design information and performance criteria.
• Oversee supplier projects, ensuring timely delivery and conducting technical reviews.
• Maintain system requirements and specifications, including engineering design specifications for major equipment.
• Propose and support testing programs for plant system qualification.
• Generate and review design documents, reports, calculations, and drawings.
• Support licensing activities related to Safety Analysis Reports.
• Participate in design reviews to refine plant system designs.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field; 10+ years experience in mechanical systems.
• Experience in complex fluid system design and fluid simulation software.
• Experience with light water reactor nuclear steam systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with centrifugal pump and heat exchanger design is highly desirable.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and leadership skills.
• Self-starter with ability to lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and resolve conflicts effectively.

Details:

• Type: Contract
• Location: Bellevue, WA / 100% Remote acceptable
• Pay Range: $70-100/h DOE

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