Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Round Rock, TX, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of nuclear-qualified mechanical components and systems, and to apply ASME Code and CDG principles for safety and reliability.

You will act as technical lead, perform calculations, develop design deliverables, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery on customer projects.

Qualifications

• US Person required due to site.
• Minimum 5+ years of applicable industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS and ability to interpret drawings.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead on design and development of mechanical components and systems.
• Create prototypes and conduct testing to ensure reliability and safety.
• Perform ASME Code calculations for design and analysis.
• Apply nuclear CDG principles and understand 10CFR standards.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams and manage change control.
• Develop high-quality design deliverables and procurement BOMs.
• Prepare technical presentations and customer communications.
• Support proposals and cost estimates with Sales.

Skills

SOLIDWORKS

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

PE license (US)

Tools

Syteline ERP

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of our nuclear qualified mechanical components/designs, and for identifying and implementing new technologies and design approaches that will help us stay ahead of the competition.

Location: Round Rock, TX (onsite)

We take care of our people!

Paid Time Off 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing Health and Wellness Benefits Learning and Development Opportunities Referral Program Competitive Pay Recognition Employee Stock Purchase Plan Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Salary Information: $94,700 - $110,000 annually

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge

• Act as Technical Lead on the design and development of mechanical components and systems, including creating prototypes and conducting testing to ensure reliability and safety
• Perform calculations for and apply ASME Code to design and analysis of qualified nuclear sensors/instrumentation.
• Having knowledge/understanding of Nuclear commercial grade dedication (CDG) principles and application methods
• Familiarity with Nuclear quality regulations such as 10CFR50, Appendix B, NQA-1, and 10CFR, Part 21.
• Dependent on project scope, participate in a multi-disciplined engineering team reporting to the Project Manager and working with the clients.
• Develop design deliverables of a high standard and compliant with relevant standards, regulations and customer specific standards, such as Design Proposal Drawings, detailed design documents, manufacturing BOMs and procedures. Checking and Approval of scoping and FEA calculations.
• Prepare technical presentations and written communications for customers and management.
• Work in partnership with Sales to write commercial proposals and prepare cost estimates.
• Manage resolutions to technical issues and ensure necessary change control is implemented and address commercial impacts.
• Develop estimates, define deliverables, clarify scope/exclusions logic at bid / tender stages.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to other engineers and team members.
• Stay up-to-date with new technologies, tools, and techniques related to mechanical engineering and actively incorporate them into the design and development process

What You Bring

• Due to the nature of work performed at this site, incumbents must be a U.S. Person.
• Minimum 5+ years applicable experience in an industry role
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Understand and interpret design documents including drawings and calculation summaries
• Excellent technical skills, with a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practices
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS

Desired

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the US
• The role may involve travel to customers or other sites within the US
• Experience using Syteline or similar ERP system
• Knowledge and experience complying with nuclear, aerospace and commercial quality systems (NQA-1, RCCE/RCCM, AS9100, IS900X, etc.)

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss Wright Round Rock is a global engineering and design manufacture leader with just over six decades of experience designing for heavily regulated markets, such as nuclear, aerospace, oil and gas, and more. We develop sensors and instrumentation and control solutions for harsh environments and mission critical applications when safety and reliability matter. We focus on our customers’ success in every step of our process from sales engagement, quality, delivery, and customer service. Our customers trust us and know our commitment to safety is our top priority.

https://cwic.curtisswright.com/curtiss-wright/

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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