Mechanical Engineer- Valve Design

Curtiss-Wright•Brea, CA

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About The Position

Mechanical Engineer – Valve Design In this position, you will play a key technical role within the Engineering Group, supporting advanced power plant programs including Generation IV reactors, Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), and the existing nuclear fleet in both domestic and international markets. This position requires deep understanding of industrial valve design, with particular emphasis on control valves and flow control equipment used in high-pressure, high-temperature steam and water applications typical of nuclear power generation. Location: Brea, CA Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer. Enertech, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright, is a global leader in providing valves, actuators, snubbers, pipe restraints, instrumentation, diagnostics and test equipment to the Nuclear Power Industry. Our employees are highly motivated, self-starters and able to work in a fast-paced team environment where critical and tight deadlines are common, and Customer Satisfaction is our foremost mission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Demonstrated experience in industrial valve design, preferably in nuclear, fossil power, or high-energy fluid systems
Strong understanding of control valve design and steam/water flow applications

Nice To Haves

Experience with pressure boundary calculations and mechanical analysis highly preferred
Familiarity with nuclear quality requirements and industry standards preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of valves and flow control equipment from conceptual design through detailed engineering and production release
Apply strong knowledge of valve fundamentals including pressure boundary design, internal trim design, actuator integration, sealing technologies, materials selection, and thermal/pressure loading considerations
Design and modify control valves for precise regulation of steam and water systems, including analysis of flow characteristics, cavitation, flashing, vibration, and erosion
Develop and execute qualification and validation test programs in accordance with applicable nuclear and industry standards
Support product improvement initiatives, failure investigations, and root cause analysis
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and project engineering teams to ensure designs are robust, manufacturable, and compliant
Interpret and apply ASME and other relevant codes and standards applicable to nuclear pressure boundary components
Generate engineering documentation including calculations, reports, drawings, specifications, and procedures
work with minimal supervision, exercising sound engineering judgment while following established procedures and developing new processes where required