Mechanical Equipment Engineer I

Merrick & Company•Aiken, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Merrick is seeking a Mechanical Equipment Engineer I to join a team of engineering and design personnel serving the Nuclear Services & Technology Business Unit in their office in Aiken, SC. This dynamic multi-discipline engineering group specializes in the design of prototype/one-off custom equipment, gloveboxes, hot cells, specialty research equipment and custom-designed, remotely operated mechanisms for handling radioactive and hazardous materials.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B. S.) in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program
0 – 1 year experience
Client Projects for this position require US Citizenship
Acquires limited knowledge and develops basic skills
Familiarity with 3D design software, preferably CREO
An understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities
Possesses effective oral and written communication skills
Respectfully and productively interacts with other staff
Listens well to direction
Ability to read, comprehend and present technical articles to mechanical team
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Nice To Haves

Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or a demonstrated commitment to obtaining Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates detailed phases of design work with other engineering disciplines
Preparation of fabrication drawing packages, equipment datasheets, fabrication specifications, procurement specifications, engineering studies, test plans, and detailed equipment sizing and qualification calculations
Applies prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks
Performs entry level routine technical work which does not require previous experience
Detailed design and analytics of custom equipment, individually and as part of design team
Preparation of fabrication drawing packages, equipment datasheets, fabrication specifications, procurement specifications, engineering studies, test plans, and detailed equipment sizing and qualification calculations
Capable of working independently on discrete tasks
Receives close guidance while developing knowledge and proficiency in engineering tasks.
May direct work of designers
Assists in the training and mentoring of interns