Mechanical Engineer

Nusano • West Valley City, UT

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Nusano has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer at our West Valley City, Utah, facility. This Mechanical Engineer will be part of our Mechanical Engineering team and will help complete the design and build-out of our particle accelerator-based radioisotope production facility.
To execute this project, we are looking to add talented people to the team who are mission-driven, provide diverse perspectives, and have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of pursuits. This role provides an opportunity to work in both the design and “boots-on-the-ground” realms. Expect to work in a fast-paced environment where flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing needs are essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
• Five or more years of related professional work experience
• Aptitude for assembly work, on-the-fly modifications, and guiding a group of technicians in completing similar work
• Two or more years of experience with SolidWorks CAD modeling
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and the ability to learn quickly

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer license, master’s degree, or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field
• Experience designing for and working within radiation environments
• Experience with manufacturing processes, including welding, brazing, machining, and assembly, as well as distributed systems such as water and gas systems
• Experience with some or all of the following: kinematics, linear motion stages, robotics, linkages, mechanism design, pneumatics, metrology, precision measurement, inspection, and fine alignment
• Working knowledge of high-vacuum systems
• Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) in accordance with ASME standards
• Experience working within a quality program and adhering to quality standards

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams of physicists, chemists, engineers, and technical support staff to develop and finalize designs for complex new devices
• Translate concepts into detailed engineering drawings, perform design analyses, identify potential problems, and independently or collaboratively develop solutions
• Manage all aspects of component fabrication, including components that consist of multiple complex pieces
• Install, test, commission, and provide lifecycle support for custom equipment
• Author and maintain procedures and documentation that support the equipment and the stakeholders responsible for its operation
• Develop test plans and participate in testing to qualify and evaluate equipment performance
• Present project results and designs and respond to questions regarding engineering design and equipment operation
• Work effectively and cooperatively within a team environment
• Once equipment is operational, serve as a subject matter expert and assist with troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades
• Give and receive direction and communicate effectively across all teams within the organization
• Continuously strive for the highest level of performance
• Maintain a personal safety mindset at the forefront of all work

What This Job Offers

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