Senior Mechanical Engineer - Ceramic Machining (Nuclear)

Outstanding People International; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Outstanding People International seeks a Senior Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineer with ceramic machining expertise to join an advanced nuclear technology environment in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role combines mechanical design with hands-on precision machining of ceramic components.

The successful candidate will develop in-house machining capabilities, design production tooling, and improve processes for high-precision ceramic components used in nuclear reactor applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design and machine-shop experience.
• Direct hands-on ceramic machining experience.
• Experience with wire EDM, diamond grinding, and CNC milling.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming, machine setup, and precision inspection.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, MasterCAM, or comparable CAD/CAM software.
• Understanding of GD&T and precision inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement in-house machining capabilities for high-precision components.
• Design and manufacture production tooling, fixtures, and prototype components.
• Work with ceramic machining processes, including wire EDM, diamond grinding, and CNC milling.
• Analyse engineering drawings and provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) recommendations.
• Investigate quality issues and develop effective manufacturing solutions.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement new machining equipment and technologies.
• Improve manufacturing processes, production efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with external machine shops when required.

Skills

Ceramic machining

Mechanical design

CNC programming

CNC milling

Wire EDM

Diamond grinding

SolidWorks

MasterCAM

GD&T

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

MasterCAM

Job description

Outstanding People International seeks a Senior Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineer with ceramic machining expertise to join an advanced nuclear technology environment in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role combines mechanical design with hands-on precision machining of ceramic components.

The successful candidate will develop in-house machining capabilities, design production tooling, and improve processes for high-precision ceramic components used in nuclear reactor applications.