Mechanical Engineer

Position Summary

The NSSS Mechanical Systems Engineering organization focuses on the NuScale Power Module System Design, including nuclear steam supply system (NSSS) component design, inspection, and testing in accordance with nuclear industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Manager, NSSS Appurtenance Design, the person in this role will perform mechanical engineering assignments on the NSSS, including system and detailed component design.

The role reviews and evaluates various plant systems to ensure design, performance, inspection, and testing requirements are defined, and prepares, checks, and reviews engineering reports, specifications, drawings, calculations, and other design documents.

• Generate technical requirements for NSSS systems, structures, and components.
• Perform and check engineering evaluations in accordance with NuScale company procedures by applying sound engineering judgment.
• Support the preparation and review of engineering specifications, drawings, reports, and other documentation that communicate the design and technical aspects of systems, structures, and components associated with the nuclear steam supply system.
• Interact with co‑workers and other disciplines to promote effective coordination of design activities and resolution of technical problems, obtaining general knowledge of related fields to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Support development and implementation of effective processes for component design specifications.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Problem solving: identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and review information appropriately, act independently, and seek input from other team members as needed.
• Oral and written communication: listen carefully, speak clearly, edit work for accuracy and clarity, create and interpret complex written information, and develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning and organizing: prioritize and plan work activities, organize personal and project timelines and deadlines, track project timelines, and use time efficiently.
• Adaptability: adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and handle frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: be consistently on time and at work, respond to management expectations, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Team building: develop strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
• Safety culture: adhere to the NuScale safety culture and model safe behavior, influencing peers to meet high standards.
• Quality assurance: demonstrate understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA‑1 (preferred).

• Education:
  
  minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical) or Mechanical Engineering Technology from a four‑year ABET–accredited institution is required; a registered Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) is desired.
• Experience:
  
  minimum of 2 years of nuclear/non‑nuclear experience in mechanical engineering or related industry experience is required. Additional experience in the following areas is desired:
  • Thorough working knowledge and experience in various engineering areas.
  • Development of technical programs related to design, examination and testing.
  • Strong technical writing skills and good communication, computer, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Good organization skills and ability to manage complex projects with multiple work phases.
• Industry requirements: eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend new concepts quickly.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands to operate office equipment, and reach with hands and…