Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Summary

An energy technology company is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead structural analysis and new nuclear plant projects. Remote work. This role requires a senior Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 8 years in the energy sector and 2 years of leadership experience to lead the design, analysis, and regulatory compliance of nuclear reactor components using 3D modeling (Inventor) and FEA (ANSYS).

This is a 12 months contract.

Location:

Remote. Job Type: Contract. Salary: $55.34 - $60.34 per hour.

Work hours:

8am to 5pm.

Education:

Bachelors.

• Executes mechanical component design for Boiling Water Reactors (BWR) and Small Modular Reactors (SMR).
• Leads the analysis, design, testing, and integration of reactor internal components and plant servicing equipment.
• Performs fundamental engineering hand calculations and 3D modeling to ensure technical accuracy.
• Manages project schedules, resource planning, and cost accountability for assigned tasks.
• Provides technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers within a matrixed team environment.
• Prepares and presents formal design reviews and technical reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborates with sourcing and fabricators to provide technical support during manufacturing and installation.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory agency guidelines and industry standards like ASME and AWS.
• Utilizes Autodesk Inventor and ANSYS FEA to develop and validate complex mechanical designs.
• Identifies and mitigates design-associated risks while prioritizing customer needs and safety.
• Prepares invention disclosures to protect intellectual property and competitive technological advantages.

• Plant Servicing Equipment Design
• Fabrication and Installation Support
• Mechanical Component Testing
• Demonstrates accountability for cost, schedule, quality, and technical accuracy of assigned tasks

• Familiarity with Lean
• Experience with Inventor, Inventor Vault, and product lifecycle management software
• Strong interpersonal and proven leadership skills
• Proven ability to think strategically, be creative, and work efficiently
• Knowledge of Geometric Design & Tolerancing (GD&T) practices
• Knowledge of the ASME/AWS codes
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor 3D CAD design
• Proficiency with ANSYS Finite Element Analysis (FEA) analysis

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in energy business (nuclear preferred) or equivalent technical environment
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a program or technical leadership role
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with customers, regulators and suppliers

• Experience level:
  Experienced
• Education:
  
  Bachelors

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).