Design Engineer - Nuclear Valves

Celeros Flow Technology

1d•$90,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Celeros Flow Technology LLC has an immediate opening for a Design Engineer to provide engineering services required to support Copes-Vulcan brand control valves in safety-related applications for the nuclear power industry at our Houston, TX facility. The position will be primarily focused on supporting the valves program as production is scaled and expanded in the Houston facility. Travel may be required up to 10% of the time to visit customer sites, support product testing, training, etc. Must have experience in the valve industry and/or nuclear industry.

Requirements

Must have the ability to apply mathematical concepts and operations to develop and check design validity.
Familiarity with or willing to learn general manufacturing processes and materials, including castings fabrication, forgings, stamping, 3D printing, machining, EDM, heat treating, tempering, plating, non-destructive testing methods (RT, UT, MP, LP hardness, and PMI).
Must have the ability to design and generate creative mechanical solutions; translate concepts and information into images; apply design principles, solve practical problems, and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Must be able to demonstrate attention to detail, problem-solving and analytical skills, and the ability to read and understand blueprints.
Should have excellent communication skills, be self-motivated, a self-starter, have a sense of urgency, be personable and well organized.
Must be able to perform the principal duties and responsibilities of the position and be able to work responsibly without close supervision individually and collaborate in a team environment.
Must be able to interpret and follow instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
Bachelor's degree (BS) from four-year college or university in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 2 or more years of experience in a mechanical product design role, preferably in either the valve product or nuclear power industry.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of valve types, including control valves, pyrotechnic valves, valve design, valve applications, valve trim design, actuation (manual, pneumatic, hydraulic, pyrotechnic and electric), valve accessories (positioners, etc.), hydrostatic testing, and seat leakage testing is a plus.
Knowledge of explosives and propellant applications is a plus.
Prior experience with the nuclear power industry, including ASME BPVC Section III pressure vessels, safety related equipment and commercial grade dedication is a plus.
Prior experience working within a 10CFR Part 50 Appendix B Quality program is a plus.
Experience working within an ERP system, preferably SAP, is a plus.
Experience 3D modelling and drafting in Inventor is a plus.
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering calculations, design, and analysis as required to ensure and maintain structural and mechanical integrity of new and existing products.
Write engineering specifications, procedures and reports as required.
Update existing assembly and manufacturing procedures as required.
Participate in Technical Evaluations of safety related products to determine critical characteristics to be used in commercial grade dedication as required by nuclear power industry codes and regulations.
Create new and revise existing commercial grade dedication instructions.
Review customer specifications and inquiries to evaluate the compliance of existing designs and resolve any conflicts or ambiguities. Communicate effectively with project management and customers to get clarification and understanding of order requirements if necessary.
Review existing bills of materials and drawings and check against quotation and purchase order documents to ensure accuracy and adequacy of the design and documentation.
Check and/or approve drawings, bills of material, specifications and reports as required.
Maintain up to date knowledge of codes and standards such as ASME B16.34, ASME B&PV Code Sections I, II, III and VIII, NQA-1, 10 CFR Part 21, etc.
Provide dispositions of in-process product nonconformances. Review and approve requests for part or material substitutions.
Contribute to development and execution of project plans with assistance from Senior/Principal Engineers and Project Management. Manage all tasks within scope of responsibility to meet desired deadlines and outcomes. Work with other departments frequently to ensure projects are meeting established goals.
Assist in design and development of test equipment as required to meet product testing requirements.
May provide technical follow-up after project release, including field assistance and drafting work instructions for specific field repairs if necessary.
Analyze test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications. Evaluate engineering test results for possible application to development of systems or other uses.
Be proficient in computer assisted engineering and design software (AutoCAD, Inventor, MathCad, Office, etc.) and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks. Should be familiar with drafting standards and practices including GD&T and apply them to drawing creation or mark-up.
Contributes to the efficient running of the Design and Development process. Ensures timely and commercially effective completion of assigned projects to meet customer requirements
Coordinates and cooperates with other departments to facilitate communications and operations within the company.