Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer

The Design Engineering Group within the Nonreactor Nuclear Facilities Division (NNFD) is seeking a Mechanical Designer to support the Mechanical Team. The candidate will work with engineers, project team members, and facility stakeholders to develop mechanical design models, drawings, and design package documentation that support nuclear facility and research operations within the Isotope Science and Enrichment Directorate (ISED). This position will emphasize the design and documentation of custom mechanical equipment, fixtures, tools, mechanical assemblies, facility modifications, and related mechanical systems used in nuclear and radiological facility environments.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop mechanical designs, 3D models, drawings, and design packages in collaboration with engineers and project teams.
• Create and revise drawings, models, and documentation to support design changes, as-built updates, and Drawing Change Notices (DCNs).
• Support the design of custom mechanical equipment, assemblies, fixtures, tools, weldments, sheet metal components, and piping/tubing systems.
• Perform field walkdowns and equipment inspections to collect measurements, configuration data, and as-built information.
• Apply drafting standards, configuration management requirements, and Design Engineering practices to all design documentation.
• Participate in design reviews, drawing checks, and constructability reviews.
• Maintain design files, drawings, and model data within CAD and product data management systems.

Basic Qualifications:

• AS degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), Mechanical Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a designer using CAD software.
• Experience developing 3D models, mechanical drawings, and drawing packages for custom equipment, mechanical assemblies, or facility modifications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop technical drawings, sketches, redlines, vendor information, and design documentation.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to follow through on assigned tasks.
• Ability to support multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineers, designers, technicians, vendors, and facility personnel.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work independently with appropriate technical guidance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with activities and equipment in a nuclear operating environment, such as glove boxes, shielded casks, hot cells, remote operations, pressure vessels, nuclear ventilation systems, custom tools, and facility support equipment.
• Experience using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Solid Works, or similar CAD software.
• Experience using Autodesk Vault or Solid Works PDM.
• Experience developing fabrication drawings for mechanical assemblies, weldments, sheet metal parts, machined components, piping/tubing layouts, or custom fixtures.
• Experience supporting field walkdowns, as-built documentation, and drawing updates for existing facility systems or equipment.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14 standards, including ASME Y14.5, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience working in a DOE nuclear laboratory, DOE nuclear facility, research facility, manufacturing environment, or other highly controlled technical environment.

Special Requirements:

Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer. Relocation:
Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.

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