Senior Mechanical Designer
Apply NowCompany: TerraPower
Location: Bellevue, WA 98006
Description:
TITLE: Senior Mechanical Designer
LOCATION: Bellevue, WA
TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications - all for significant human health benefits.
TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) in an effort to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
Senior Mechanical Designer
TerraPower, LLC. is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Designer. In this role, you will both create and check structural and mechanical design solutions, 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for the conceptual and preliminary design development for advanced Generation IV reactors. Candidates must have extensive experience in mechanical/structural design and drafting using a mainstream CAD system.
Responsibilities:
Create CAD models, optimized for anticipated future work, of detailed designs
Assist with modeling structure for large, complex design projects.
Maintain large assembly models in support of projects
Create engineering drawings, applying ASME 14.1 and Y15.5 standards
Check engineering drawings for equipment arrangements, piping arrangements, isometrics, layouts, machine design, mechanical system, etc. verify information represented is accurate and drafting standards are met.
Verify fit, form and function for completeness of designs
Perform tolerance stack up analysis in support of design verification
Oversee model space for clash detection and lead resolution activities
Assist with development of group design standards
Assist in coordination of CAD group deliverables
Key Qualifications and Skills
Min. Trade school certificate, associate degree preferred, in design related program
A minimum of ten years of CAD proficiency required, SolidWorks/AutoCAD preferred
Demonstrated experience in mechanical system and machine design.
Demonstrated experience with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Demonstrated experience with tolerance analysis stack-ups
Experience with plant layout, piping layout, PFD and P&ID drawing creation
Experience using a product data management (PDM) system
Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
Nuclear design experience preferred but not required
Organized and highly detail oriented
Excellent writing and communication skills
Strong analytical/problem solving skills, creative thinker
Ability to work with minimum direction to solve challenging problems
Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently during a given work week
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
Job Functions
Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.
Motor Abilities: Sitting and standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands).
Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
Repetitive work: Prolonged.
Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work and ability to perform role in personal protective equipment.
Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day.
TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.
Job details
Salary Range Level NSE 2: $99,041 - $148,561
*Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 - 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.
Benefits:
Competitive Compensation
Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits for family or individual
Vision
Dental
Life
Life and Disability
Gender Affirmation Benefits
Parental Leave
401k Plan
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
21 days of annually accrued PTO
Generous Holiday Schedule
10 paid holidays
Relocation Assistance
Professional and Educational Support Opportunities
Flexible Work Schedule
TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/
LOCATION: Bellevue, WA
TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications - all for significant human health benefits.
TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) in an effort to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
Senior Mechanical Designer
TerraPower, LLC. is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Designer. In this role, you will both create and check structural and mechanical design solutions, 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for the conceptual and preliminary design development for advanced Generation IV reactors. Candidates must have extensive experience in mechanical/structural design and drafting using a mainstream CAD system.
Responsibilities:
Create CAD models, optimized for anticipated future work, of detailed designs
Assist with modeling structure for large, complex design projects.
Maintain large assembly models in support of projects
Create engineering drawings, applying ASME 14.1 and Y15.5 standards
Check engineering drawings for equipment arrangements, piping arrangements, isometrics, layouts, machine design, mechanical system, etc. verify information represented is accurate and drafting standards are met.
Verify fit, form and function for completeness of designs
Perform tolerance stack up analysis in support of design verification
Oversee model space for clash detection and lead resolution activities
Assist with development of group design standards
Assist in coordination of CAD group deliverables
Key Qualifications and Skills
Min. Trade school certificate, associate degree preferred, in design related program
A minimum of ten years of CAD proficiency required, SolidWorks/AutoCAD preferred
Demonstrated experience in mechanical system and machine design.
Demonstrated experience with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Demonstrated experience with tolerance analysis stack-ups
Experience with plant layout, piping layout, PFD and P&ID drawing creation
Experience using a product data management (PDM) system
Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
Nuclear design experience preferred but not required
Organized and highly detail oriented
Excellent writing and communication skills
Strong analytical/problem solving skills, creative thinker
Ability to work with minimum direction to solve challenging problems
Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently during a given work week
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
Job Functions
Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.
Motor Abilities: Sitting and standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands).
Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
Repetitive work: Prolonged.
Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work and ability to perform role in personal protective equipment.
Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day.
TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.
Job details
Salary Range Level NSE 2: $99,041 - $148,561
*Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 - 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.
Benefits:
Competitive Compensation
Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits for family or individual
Vision
Dental
Life
Life and Disability
Gender Affirmation Benefits
Parental Leave
401k Plan
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
21 days of annually accrued PTO
Generous Holiday Schedule
10 paid holidays
Relocation Assistance
Professional and Educational Support Opportunities
Flexible Work Schedule
TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/