Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer
Designs precise mechanical solutions for nuclear projects using advanced CAD modeling and rigorous standards.
Job #
Power
$37 - $74 an hour
Remote
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Talascend is currently seeking a Mechanical Designer for a contract opportunity with our client in Bellevue, Washington .
Overview
The Mechanical Designer will create structural and mechanical design solutions for test-related designs, develop 3D CAD models, and produce engineering drawings for advanced nuclear reactor projects. The role involves extensive mechanical/structural design work using mainstream CAD systems and collaborating closely with engineering teams to support project development.
Responsibilities

• Produce robust CAD models that facilitate fast-paced design evolution and derivative creation using advanced CAD modeling techniques
• Develop and maintain highly complex mechanical designs
• Research and propose unique solutions to design challenges
• Conduct trade studies to down-select the best design options
• Support analysis needs such as structural, neutronics, thermal-hydraulic, radiological, and safety assessments through model configurations
• Document design progress, changes, and decisions via internal and external collaboration platforms
• Create supporting technical presentations, documents, and reports as needed
• Produce engineering drawings (layout, detail, interface control, general arrangement) per ASME standards
• Perform tolerance stack-up calculations
• Review drawings for accuracy and conformance to standards via electronic redline processes
• Maintain configuration control of models and drawings using product data management software
• Participate in reviewing design documents and propose improvements
• Contribute to written guidance and standards development

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• CAD proficiency in SolidWorks with at least seven years of CAD experience
• Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)
• Experience checking fabrication drawings
• Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA)
• Experience in mechanical and machine design
• Experience with product data management (PDM) systems
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001
• Demonstrated experience overseeing supplier and subcontractor organizations
• Experience testing complex mechanical components in high-temperature environments
• Knowledge of nuclear mechanical components or reactor equipment is highly desirable
• Understanding of nuclear quality fabrication and lifecycle management processes is highly desired
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with integrity and trustworthiness

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.