Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer at Talascend

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: 

Our client is looking for a highly motivated Senior Fuel Handling Mechanical Design Engineer to focus on designing mechanical fuel handling and process systems for advanced nuclear reactor projects. The role involves coordinating with engineers and working within a high-performing team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design nuclear fuel handling equipment and components from requirements through final design.
• Provide support for the design of fuel handling equipment and processes.
• Complete designs using engineering principles, calculations, drawings, and software tools.
• Write technical reports documenting design work.
• Lead technical areas within projects, overseeing equipment or system development.
• Ensure correct design codes are applied, including ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA standards.
• Coordinate with cross-discipline teams (mechanical, controls, civil, nuclear) to specify design criteria.
• Provide oversight and technical direction on supplier projects, ensuring delivery of data and conducting technical reviews.
• Develop system requirements, testing programs, and design documentation.
• Support design reviews and licensing activities related to safety analysis.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 8-15 years of experience in mechanical systems design, particularly nuclear fuel handling systems
• Proven skills in complex mechanical system design and high-temperature, multi-discipline integration
• Strong experience with ASME BPVC, Section III, Division 1 and/or 5 standards, required.
• Experience with nuclear reactors or high-performance systems required
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to lead and coordinate design teams with minimal supervision
• Experience with ASME NQA-1 quality standards in design activities

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.