Applied Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer

Navarro Research and Engineering

. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers on the design of a novel advanced reactor.

Posted 9/24/2026contractIdaho Falls • Idaho • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical system design, particularly in accordance with ASME B31 and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on advanced reactor projects. Proficient in developing and validating designs, ensuring compliance with technical requirements, and managing project objectives through established engineering methodologies.

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Mechanical System DesignASME B31 ComplianceHigh-Temperature Springs DesignSafety-Related Nuclear StructuresProject Completion and Implementation

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Hard Skills

Mechanical System DesignHigh-Temperature SpringsSafety-Related Steel StructuresConcrete Nuclear StructuresPipe Supports DesignDesign Techniques and ToolsPrecision Technical PlansConfiguration ManagementTesting and Inspection RequirementsDigital Engineering Tools

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringMaster of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Advanced Reactor DesignASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel CodeEngineering Science and TechnologyTechnical Baseline RequirementsMultidisciplinary Team Collaboration

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers on the design of a novel advanced reactor.
Perform mechanical system design and evaluation and support assigned project completion and implementation.
Design and evaluate high-temperature springs, safety-related steel and concrete nuclear structures, shielding systems, and pipe supports in accordance with ASME B31 requirements.
Document electromechanical device designs, including control rod and control drum drive mechanisms, through controlled models, drawings, specifications, and design descriptions.
Decompose project objectives into controlled design requirements using systems engineering and digital engineering tools.
Apply best-practice design methodologies, technologies, and processes and validate designs against established requirements.
Establish testing, inspection, and quality requirements.
Ensure fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement follow the approved design.
Ensure designs satisfy technical baseline requirements, codes, and regulations.
Develop, verify, and maintain configuration management for the technical baseline and assigned systems.
Maintain consistency across drawings, technical manuals, operating instructions, and emergency operating procedures.
Develop experiment requirements; perform conceptual and final designs; follow fabrication and inspection; lead experiment assembly; support installation, testing, integrated analyses, reactor operations, and experimentation.
Perform design, fabrication, and related activities leading to reactor operations and experimentation.
Perform other duties assigned by the Lead Reactor Project Engineer or Engineering Manager.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficiency in mechanical system design in accordance with relevant national consensus codes and standards, including the ASME B31 series and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers on advanced reactor design activities.
Demonstrated effectiveness in system design and evaluation and in project completion and implementation.
Experience with high-temperature springs.
Experience designing safety-related steel and concrete nuclear structures.
Experience designing pipe supports in accordance with ASME B31 requirements.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment used in the design and production of goods and services.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems, combine information to form sound conclusions, recognize actual or potential problems, and communicate technical information clearly in written and verbal interactions.
Ability to work remotely and travel to the Materials and Fuels Complex as required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a directly related field from an ABET-accredited program and a minimum of eight years of relevant experience; or a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a directly related field from an ABET-accredited program and a minimum of six years of relevant experience.
US citizenship is required.