Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Talascend is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a remote, contract opportunity with our client.
Overview
The role centers on design and analysis of mechanical systems, beginning with supporting the Non-nuclear MCRE Mockup and evolving toward ownership and delivery of MCRE hardware.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate input and requirements from the Engineering and Project team to produce mechanical design solutions
- Make 3D models of structures, systems, and components
- Conduct detailed mechanical analysis of structures, systems, and components, including hand calculations and finite element analysis
- Create engineering drawings, applying ASME 14.1 and Y14.5 standards
- Provide planning and schedule input for design activities
- Develop and write design specifications, mechanical load descriptions, and other technical documentation
- Coordinate vendor activities and review vendor submittals
- Present mechanical design results for key stakeholders
Qualifications
- B.S. in Mechanical or related discipline from an accredited university and 6+ years of relevant experience
- M.S. in Mechanical or related discipline with 3+ years of experience
Requirements
- Engineer in training (EIT) or licensed PE desired
- Recent experience with mechanical analysis software (ANSYS preferred)
- Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to deliver qualified hardware and supporting documentation
- Skilled in detail-oriented review of drawings, documents, and calculations to ensure consistency, precision, and technical rigor
- Experience working under a Quality Program (for example, NQA-1 or ISO 9001)
- Strong communication skills desired
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster 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.