Senior Mechanical Engineer – ASME Lead (Contract)
Remote | Long-Term Contract $69-$115/hr
System One is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – ASME Lead to support the design and development of advanced nuclear reactor systems. This role will focus on the design, analysis, and certification of safety-related reactor components and pressure-retaining systems in accordance with ASME Section III requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead design and analysis of ASME Section III pressure boundary and internal reactor components.
- Prepare, review, and certify Design Specifications (DS) and Design Reports (DR).
- Develop engineering calculations, load evaluations, qualification reports, and design documentation.
- Ensure compliance with ASME Section III, NQA-1, and NRC requirements.
- Support licensing activities, design reviews, audits, and code certification efforts.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers, and quality organizations.
- Support material selection, fabrication requirements, inspections, and corrective actions.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
Qualifications
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 10+ years of equipment or component design experience.
- Extensive experience with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Section III.
- Demonstrated experience certifying Design Specifications and Design Reports for nuclear pressure-retaining components.
- Strong knowledge of ASME Section III, NQA-1, and NRC regulations.
- Experience with finite element analysis and ANSYS.
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to next-generation nuclear technology while working with a highly collaborative engineering team focused on innovation, safety, and technical excellence.