Mechanical Design Engineer

GEM Technologies, Inc. • Oak Ridge, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support our client in a direct role! This position is full-time and will be based out of Oak Ridge, TN.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field) from an accredited institution and 2+ years of relevant experience; additional, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Must be a United States (U.S.) citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience as a mechanical designer, technician, or early-career engineer focused on piping, fluid systems, or process equipment in industrial settings.
• Must have CREO pipe/tool design experience.
• Practical experience supporting equipment sizing and selection for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and related mechanical components.
• Familiarity with pressure-drop calculations, pipe-stress concepts, and basic structural checks.
• Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards such as ASME and applicable welding procedures; familiarity with industrial safety expectations.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant training such as ASME code familiarization, piping-stress fundamentals, and OSHA or comparable safety coursework is encouraged.
• Exposure to drafting and analysis tools such as CREO, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CFD/FEA packages, and/or piping-stress software is preferred.
• Experience in regulated or process industries (chemical, oil & gas, water/wastewater, manufacturing, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Support the design, modification, and layout of facility piping systems, performing crucial component sizing for pumps, motors, heaters, blowers, valves, and pressure vessels.
• Create, update, and redline mechanical/piping drawings, plans, and specifications, ensuring all work complies with code and industry standards.
• Perform pressure-drop, flow, and basic thermal calculations; assist with steady-state and transient analyses using CFD, FEA, or spreadsheet tools.
• Conduct pipe-stress and support-structure checks, documenting results for review, and actively participate in hazard analyses, safety reviews, and quality assurance.
• Prepare ROMs, equipment lists, and technical evaluations to support procurement.
• Get hands-on with factory acceptance tests, field inspections, and system troubleshooting under the guidance of senior staff.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• matching 401(k) Retirement Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level