Mechanical Engineer

Element Materials Technology • AL

64d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Element has an opportunity for an Entry-Level Nuclear Testing Engineer supports the analysis, testing, and evaluation of mechanical systems with emphasis on fluid dynamics and thermal performance in safety-related applications. The engineer assists in ensuring that nuclear systems, structures, and components meet safety and regulatory requirements by performing thermal-hydraulic analyses, conducting mechanical testing, and supporting engineering evaluations under the direction of senior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related field.
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
• Familiarity with engineering testing methods, instrumentation, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of finite element or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools (coursework or internship experience acceptable).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, safety-focused team environment.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain required security clearances, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in thermal and fluid systems testing to evaluate performance, reliability, and safety margins of nuclear components and systems.
• Conduct basic thermal-hydraulic calculations and simulations to support safety analyses.
• Support mechanical testing of safety-related systems, including stress, fatigue, and pressure testing of components.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data to support safety basis evaluations and design verification.
• Assist in reviewing engineering design changes for thermal and fluid system impacts on safety.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on hazard analyses, accident scenarios, and system response modeling.
• Prepare technical reports, data summaries, and documentation in compliance with NRC, DOE, and industry safety standards.
• Participate in safety audits, inspections, and corrective action efforts related to mechanical and thermal systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees