Mechanical System Engineer

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HukariAscendent
Wheat Ridge, CO, United States

Phone: 7208334151
Web Site: HukariAscendent

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Title:

Mechanical System Engineer

Location:

Lynchburg, VA 

Job ID:

74477
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Job Description:

*Please send me your resume for other and future openings, thank you!
JordanM@hukari.com

Mechanical System Design Engineer - 6+ month contract position 

 
Job Description/Duties:
  • Identify relevant system requirements and interface requirements then prepare appropriate system design documentation such as system design descriptions and control narratives.
  • Select components (e.g., valves, heat exchangers), perform basic calculations, and prepare specifications for their detailed design.
  • Design piping systems including line sizing and pressure drop calculations.
  • Lead the creation of appropriate output documentation such as process flow diagrams, P&IDs, component data sheets and system test request documentation.
  • Utilize appropriate regulations, design codes and standards (e.g., ASME) for fluid systems.
  • Coordinate with other interfacing disciplines such as electrical engineers, I&C engineers, mechanical equipment designers, and test engineers.
  • Prepare and present system design results to internal and external stakeholders.
 
Job Qualifications/Requirements:
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Nuclear or similar discipline) from an ABET-accredited university is required.
  • Must possess at least seven (7) years of related work experience.
  • Must possess a technical background in engineering design, fluid systems, thermodynamics, and process instrumentation.
  • Experience with MatLab, and/or MathCad is required.
  • Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications is required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills is required.
  • Must possess the ability to self-direct with minimal day-to-day supervision.
  • Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.
 
Additional Desired Skillsets:
  • Experience with the design and/or operation of thermo-mechanical fluid systems for nuclear applications.
  • Experience with fluid system design and modeling software, such as AFT Arrow/Fathom, FlowMaster, or comparable tools.
  • Experience with CAD packages, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
  • Programming experience with Python, C++, Fortran, Visual Basic, or similar.
  • Experience with design verification including interface with component vendors and test engineering organizations.
  • System modeling experience in Simulink and exposure to Sysml.
  • Familiarity with NRC and/or DOE requirements.
  • Knowledge and experience in the application of Systems Engineering principles.