Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking Mechanical Designer for the Second Target Station (STS) project. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to the success of the project, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities.

As a Mechanical Designer on the STS project, you will play a crucial role in the objective to build the world-leading high brightness Neutron Science Facility. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals and contribute to groundbreaking research in a variety of fields, including energy production and storage, medical advancements, and environmental studies.

As a member of the STS team, you will have access to professional development opportunities and a supportive community of colleagues who share your passion for innovation and discovery. Join us in becoming part of the team and build the best possible research facility for ORNL and the US research community.

Job Description:

The Mechanical Designer is responsible for development of designs for Neutron Production Systems components, many of which are first of a kind or one of a kind. The Mechanical Designer produces high quality engineering design packages. The successful candidate will collect and maintain technical drawings, techical records and documents for technical systems. This role reports to the STS Neutron Production Systems Group Leader and interfaces with lead engineers, scientists and other designers across the project. The STS Mechanical Designer will be responsible for reviewing and checking the work of peer designers and draftsmen.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

· Takes complex engineering designs from conception through manufacture and build.

· Successfully communicates and collaborates with engineers and scientists throughout the design process.

· Creates engineering models and drawings using a computer-aided design (Creo and 3-D CAD) graphics workstation.

· Produces multi-system installation drawings and specifications.

· Prepares clear, complete and accurate working plans and detail drawings from layouts, rough or detailed sketches and from written or verbal instructions.

· Checks detail drawings to assure compliance with engineering codes and drafting standards.

· Works with the Document Control Center to help ensure accuracy and completeness of drawings.