Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Talascend, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a remote contract role focused on advanced nuclear reactor projects. This position involves designing mechanical fuel handling systems, collaborating with a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical systems design, particularly in the nuclear sector, and will lead technical areas within projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment where your expertise will play a crucial role in the success of critical projects. If you are passionate about engineering and looking for a challenging yet rewarding position, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in mechanical systems design, particularly in nuclear fuel handling.
• Proven skills in complex mechanical system design and high-temperature integration.

Responsibilities

• Design nuclear fuel handling equipment and components from requirements through final design.
• Coordinate with cross-discipline teams to specify design criteria.

Skills

Mechanical System Design

Nuclear Fuel Handling Systems

Technical Writing

Project Coordination

ASME Standards

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software Tools

Job description

Talascend is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a long-term, remote, contract career opportunity.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship.

OVERVIEW:

Our client is looking for a highly motivated Senior Fuel Handling Mechanical Design Engineer to focus on designing mechanical fuel handling and process systems for advanced nuclear reactor projects. The role involves coordinating with engineers and working within a high-performing team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Design nuclear fuel handling equipment and components from requirements through final design
2. Provide support for the design of fuel handling equipment and processes
3. Complete designs using engineering principles, calculations, drawings, and software tools
4. Write technical reports documenting design work
5. Lead technical areas within projects, overseeing equipment or system development
6. Ensure correct design codes are applied, including ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA standards
7. Coordinate with cross-discipline teams (mechanical, controls, civil, nuclear) to specify design criteria
8. Provide oversight and technical direction on supplier projects, ensuring delivery of data and conducting technical reviews
9. Develop system requirements, testing programs, and design documentation
10. Support design reviews and licensing activities related to safety analysis

REQUIREMENTS:

1. B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
2. 8-15 years of experience in mechanical systems design, particularly nuclear fuel handling systems
3. Proven skills in complex mechanical system design and high-temperature, multi-discipline integration
4. Strong experience with ASME BPVC, Section III, Division 1 and/or 5 standards, required.
5. Experience with nuclear reactors or high-performance systems required
6. Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
7. Ability to lead and coordinate design teams with minimal supervision
8. Experience with ASME NQA-1 quality standards in design activities

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.