Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hansell Tierney is an advanced energy technology organization developing next-generation nuclear power systems. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support the conceptual and preliminary design of complex mechanical equipment and reactor core components, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop innovative design solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical design solutions for complex equipment and components, including engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical specifications
- Collaborate with engineering and project teams to translate design requirements into manufacturable solutions
- Plan, coordinate, and execute assigned mechanical design activities while maintaining project schedules and technical objectives
- Develop engineering test strategies and support product testing to validate functional and performance requirements
- Perform engineering trade studies and scoping analyses to evaluate design alternatives
- Conduct engineering reviews and provide technical feedback on designs, analyses, and documentation
- Partner with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, designers, suppliers, and subcontractors as needed
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by applying engineering best practices and identifying opportunities to enhance design processes and product quality
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of equipment or mechanical component design experience (relevant Master's or Ph.D. degrees may substitute for up to two or four years of experience, respectively)
- Experience using 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
- Experience designing and executing engineering experiments with an emphasis on product testing and validation
- Experience performing finite element stress analysis, mechanical analysis, and first-principles engineering calculations
- Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple engineering assignments simultaneously with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering work
- Experience supporting product development in highly regulated industries such as nuclear, aerospace, defense, or energy
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle
- Experience developing engineering documentation, test plans, and design reports
- Familiarity with engineering standards, quality systems, and design verification practices
- Experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III, Division 5
- Experience using ANSYS for finite element analysis
- Experience supporting first article production, manufacturing processes, supplier technical reviews, and nonconformance resolution
- Knowledge of thermal-hydraulics, structural analysis, neutronics, or related engineering disciplines
Benefits
- Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, and other employer-sponsored programs.
- Paid time off
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