Mechanical Equipment Designer II
About The Position
Merrick & Company is seeking a Mechanical Equipment Designer to join the Nuclear Services & Technology Business Unit in Albuquerque, NM or Los Alamos, NM. This team specializes in designing custom equipment such as prototype/one-off custom equipment, gloveboxes, hot cells, specialty research equipment, and remotely operated mechanisms for handling radioactive and hazardous materials. The designer will collaborate with a small team, working directly with designers and under the direction of the project engineer to produce 3D models, drawings, and fabrication packages of custom equipment. Typical projects involve containment systems (gloveboxes, hot cells, cleanrooms), material handling equipment, small-scale process piping & equipment, furnace systems, metal working systems, and pressure vessels.
Requirements
- Four (4) - eight (8) years’ experience in a related field.
- Familiarity with 3D systems (CATIA, SolidWorks or equal), 2D software (AutoCAD preferred) and Autodesk Revit.
- Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated capability in the design of custom equipment and/or containment systems, development of design documentation including fabrication drawings, equipment datasheets and design record documents.
- Ability to acquire a security clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship required for client projects.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the DOE and DOD market segments.
- Expert proficiency with Creo (Pro/E) and Windchill.
Responsibilities
- Preparation of component, subassembly, and main assembly Creo (Pro/E) models.
- Creating detailed fabrication drawing packages.
- Evaluating and selecting purchased components.
- Creating detailed Bills of Materials.
- Completing equipment datasheets.
- Establishing model structure and drawing tree architecture for distinct deliverables.
- Establishing and maintaining file naming conventions and Windchill folders.
- Directing the activities of less experienced team members.
- Providing checking support for deliverables.
- Conducting design activities following regimented quality assurance/quality control procedures.
- Holding team meetings and instructional presentations.
- Developing best practices in CAD usage.
- Mentoring, coaching, and conducting performance reviews for team members.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Account
- Robust Employee Referral Program
- Annual performance and compensation reviews
- Professional Training and Development
- Employee Recognition Awards
- Peer Mentor Program
- Health insurance
- Dental and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
