Talascend is currently seeking a Mechanical Designer for a contract opportunity with our client in Bellevue, Washington.

Overview

The Mechanical Designer will create structural and mechanical design solutions for test-related designs, develop 3D CAD models, and produce engineering drawings for advanced nuclear reactor projects. The role involves extensive mechanical/structural design work using mainstream CAD systems and collaborating closely with engineering teams to support project development.

Responsibilities

Produce robust CAD models that facilitate fast-paced design evolution and derivative creation using advanced CAD modeling techniques
Develop and maintain highly complex mechanical designs
Research and propose unique solutions to design challenges
Conduct trade studies to down-select the best design options
Support analysis needs such as structural, neutronics, thermal-hydraulic, radiological, and safety assessments through model configurations
Document design progress, changes, and decisions via internal and external collaboration platforms
Create supporting technical presentations, documents, and reports as needed
Produce engineering drawings (layout, detail, interface control, general arrangement) per ASME standards
Perform tolerance stack-up calculations
Review drawings for accuracy and conformance to standards via electronic redline processes
Maintain configuration control of models and drawings using product data management software
Participate in reviewing design documents and propose improvements
Contribute to written guidance and standards development

Qualifications

B.S. degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
CAD proficiency in SolidWorks with at least seven years of CAD experience
Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)
Experience checking fabrication drawings
Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA)
Experience in mechanical and machine design
Experience with product data management (PDM) systems
Familiarity with quality standards such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001
Demonstrated experience overseeing supplier and subcontractor organizations
Experience testing complex mechanical components in high-temperature environments
Knowledge of nuclear mechanical components or reactor equipment is highly desirable
Understanding of nuclear quality fabrication and lifecycle management processes is highly desired
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with integrity and trustworthiness

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of this 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 for this position.

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