Manufacturing Designer

Overview

Manufacturing Designer — National Nuclear Security Administration

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) is the management and operations contractor for the Savannah River Site. SRNS aims to deliver on safety, security, environmental commitments, and nuclear materials challenges while supporting the nation’s nuclear deterrent. The SRNS workforce is skilled, engaged, and adaptable to meet current and future missions.

Job Family:
Engineering Support

Discipline:
Designer

Career Level:

P3

Salary Range: $85,700 - $120,000

Note for Salary:
This range represents the typical entry range; offers may vary based on qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

• Design tooling, fixturing, and training objects using PTC Creo Parametric & Windchill.
• Execute the full lifecycle of manufacturing design engineering projects from concept through deployment and maintenance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and ensure projects stay within budget.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the team.
• Troubleshoot complex issues, optimize performance, and stay current with industry trends and technologies.
• Collaborate with engineers across the Nuclear Security Enterprise on MCAD and related topics.
• Collaborate and assist product engineering in digital thread activities and other identified areas.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least five years of experience, or Master’s degree with at least two years of experience, or Doctoral degree in a relevant field.
• Equivalencies to education/experience will be considered.
• Working experience with PTC Creo Parametric version 8 or later.

• Experience with tooling, fixturing, or equipment design.
• Experience with advanced drafting techniques.
• Experience with Windchill 11.1 or later.
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5 and Y14.43, including training in GD&T.
• Experience with additive manufacturing.

• Career Band:
  Professional
• Career Band
  
  Description:
  
  Roles in this band apply knowledge to analyze information, design and develop new approaches and processes, and provide professional guidance. This typically requires specialized expertise gained through formal education.
• Career Level
  
  Description:
  
  Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in the field, solving complex problems with minimal guidance.

SRNS conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background review, including checks of references, credit, criminal history, and education verifications. Positions may require a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Clearance decisions depend on review results and other factors.

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SRNS Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; critical illness and accident coverage; employer-paid life insurance with buy-up options; disability coverage; 401(k) with employer match; wellness programs; paid time off and holidays; and other benefits. SRNS emphasizes quality service and support for employees and their families.

The SRNS Standards of Excellence guide daily work and behavior, including:

• Model Excellence — uphold high standards and promote them within the organization and to customers.
• Deliver Results — meet customer expectations and deadlines while using resources responsibly.
• Energize and Recognize Teams — foster organizational strength and recognize excellence.
• Build Relationships — develop respectful relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Shape the Future — foster a diverse, innovative, and integrated workforce for mission success.

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request during the application and hiring process. To request accommodations, contact  or hr recruiting.

11-Feb-2026