Mechanical Design Engineer III

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly technical and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer, with a focus in fabrication support, to join the X-300 SMR project team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between our internal design teams, global manufacturing vendors, and our sourcing and procurement teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Ownership: Support Vendor Response (VR) type issues such as, but not limited to, Supplier Change Requests, Inspection and Test Plans, Procedure Reviews, Vendor Document Reviews, etc.
• Vendor Oversight: Interface with vendors in weekly meetings, ensuring that work is progressing in a timely manner. Potential to support onsite inspections at vendor facilities.
• Regulatory & Code Compliance: Ensure all component designs and documentation meet ASME Section III and NQA quality requirements.
• Resolution of Open Items: Proactively identify and resolve technical "open items" and non-conformances (NCRs) that impact design, procurement and installation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the interfacing design teams, sourcing and procurement teams, Project Management, and vendors to design parameters and fabrication activities are supported.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of experience in mechanical fabrication, preferably 3+ years within the nuclear industry, specifically in the component design and manufacturing.
• Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of ASME Section III and ASME B.31.1. Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerance. Familiarity with nuclear Quality Assurance programs (10 CFR 50, Appendix B). Experience with active component qualification. Welding practices. Material compatibility and selection knowledge.

Desired Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Experience with reviewing static and non-linear FEA analysis (ANSYS)
• Experience with component design such as valves, actuators, hydraulic systems
• Ability to transition between design to build and test activities

Company Overview

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.