Remote Mechanical Design Engineer

Lensa; Virginia Beach (VA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to develop design specifications and support procurement. This fully remote position requires strong CAD skills and 7+ years of experience in fabrication or manufacturing. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in design activities within fabrication or manufacturing industries.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor CAD or similar tools.
• Knowledge of ASME/AWS codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop design specifications and mature design concepts.
• Provide procurement support and generate design documentation.
• Execute analysis, design, test, or integration for reactor internal components.

Skills

Geometric Design & Tolerancing (GD&T)

Strong testing experience

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal and leadership skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor CAD

ANSYS FEA analysis

Job description

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Job Title: Remote Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will develop design specifications, create and mature design concepts, provide procurement support, and generate drawings and design documentation. This position requires interfacing with Business Project Managers, Technical Project Engineers, sourcing teams, equipment manufacturers, and engineering teams to ensure high-quality deliverables meet customer requirements, business procedures, and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop design specifications and mature design concepts.
• Provide procurement support and generate design documentation.
• Execute analysis, design, test, or integration for reactor internal components.
• Perform engineering hand calculations and modeling.
• Develop designs for mechanical components and equipment.
• Assess causality and risk.
• Prepare and present technical data to internal customers.
• Lead and facilitate open dialogue in a matrixed team environment.
• Ensure product designs meet application and design requirements.
• Provide technical support through sourcing for fabricator assessment and interfaces.
• Prepare invention disclosures to protect technology advantages.
• Participate and lead teams addressing organizational initiatives.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in design activities within fabrication or manufacturing industries.
• Experience with Geometric Design & Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-ups.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor CAD or similar tools.
• Strong testing experience and CAD skills.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration.
• Knowledge of ASME/AWS codes.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience analyzing and solving moderately complex design problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with ANSYS FEA analysis.
• Experience in BWR or PWR industry preferred.
  
  

Work Environment

The position is fully remote and involves heavy research and development activities. The role includes significant cross-functional communication, particularly with the fabricator group, to discuss manufacturability and ensure clearances and access for inspection and maintenance are considered.

Additional Information

• Fully Remote position.
• Long term, multi year contract.
• Pay Rate: $55-$65/hr.
• Benefits offered.
• 1 step, virtual interview.
  
  

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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