Talascend is currently seeking a Mechanical Systems Designer for a remote, contract opportunity with our client.

Overview

this role involves designing and integrating mechanical systems related to nuclear and industrial applications, with a focus on sodium processing systems. the position requires collaboration with vendors, analysis, and ensuring hardware design compliance with relevant codes and standards.

Responsibilities

design of nuclear and industrial systems from requirements through final design
provide oversight to vendors developing mechanical system and component designs
coordinate review of analyses such as thermal, seismic, structural, pipe stress, and heat transfer, integrating results into plant design delivery
integrate as-designed hardware into overall system design
identify and ensure application of correct design codes like ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA
analyze and allocate regulatory criteria and standards to complex system designs
support planning and maintain schedule adherence for design activities and overall plant design delivery
manage drawing packages, including P&IDs, 3D models, and interface drawings
provide technical direction and oversight of supplier projects
establish and maintain system requirements and specification documents, such as engineering design specifications
propose, initiate, and oversee testing programs for plant system qualification
generate design packages, including calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications
contribute to the dynamic and evolving environment by applying new skills as needed
Qualifications

B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline from an accredited university
4+ years of direct experience in mechanical or chemical systems
experience in high temperature and multi-discipline integration, especially with nuclear chemical process systems, fluid systems, or component design
strong mechanical and/or chemical aptitude with experience in chemistry, fluid and structural analysis, and engineering drawing interpretation
excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
attention to detail and a commitment to technical excellence
self-starter with ability to lead a design team and handle multiple projects with competing objectives
experience working to quality standards such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001 (desired)