Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a long-term, remote, contract career opportunity. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship. OVERVIEW: The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer will develop design solutions for reactor structures and components for the Natrium Generation IV Reactor. Reporting to the Reactor Enclosure System Manager, the role involves working with a team of engineers and scientists to advance next-generation nuclear reactor design. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design reactor structures and components from requirements through final design. Coordinate inputs and requirements from engineering and project teams to develop design solutions. Perform scoping analysis and calculations for design options. Interface with the team’s engineering analysis activities. Present equipment and component design results for design reviews. Assess the technical merit of solutions provided by team members and lead design reviews. Provide direction and mentoring to junior engineers and subcontractors. Support continuous learning and the application of nuclear industry best practices. REQUIREMENTS: B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent preferred. Minimum of eight years of equipment/component design experience (an M.S. degree counts as two years of experience). Experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III. Proficiency in writing design specifications. Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA). Familiarity with finite element stress analysis, mechanical analysis methods, and commercial mechanical stress analysis tools, especially ANSYS. Strong writing, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently on complex problems and manage multiple tasks concurrently. Familiarity with CAD, with a preference for SolidWorks. Demonstrates a high degree of trust and integrity, open communication, respect, and a commitment to teamwork. 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. Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates. Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job