Senior Mechanical Engineer - Supports

TerraPower.•Bellevue, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company focused on developing advanced nuclear reactors and innovations in medical isotopes. The company aims to raise global living standards through affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly nuclear energy. TerraPower is seeking motivated professionals interested in advanced nuclear reactor research and development, influencing the nuclear power landscape, and contributing to the production of medical isotopes. They are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university.
Minimum of ten years of equipment / component design experience for level 11; relevant M.S. degree may be credited as two years of experience.
Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
Deep understanding of structural and seismic design.
Experience in finite element stress analysis, mechanical analysis methods, and commercial mechanical stress analysis modeling tools with emphasis on ANSYS.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Strong analytical/problem solving skills, creative thinker.
Ability to work with minimum direction to solve challenging problems.
Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently during a given work week.
Familiarity with CAD, SolidWorks preferred.
Working experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III preferred.
High degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
Subject to qualification requirements in accordance with ANSI/ANS 3.1.
Meet the minimum education and experience criteria applicable to the role, including relevant nuclear industry experience where required.
Verification of data will be part of the hiring process.

Nice To Haves

Strong background in ASME Section III nuclear design.
SolidWorks preferred.
Working experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed design, analysis, and documentation for ASME Section III Class NF structural supports, including frames, brackets, hangers, and other support elements used in nuclear facilities.
Develop and maintain design specifications, calculations, load evaluations, and qualification reports in compliance with ASME Section III and related nuclear codes and standards.
Prepare engineering design packages, including performing or reviewing design calculations to ensure accuracy and code compliance.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to define design requirements, resolve technical issues, and optimize component performance.
Interface with internal quality teams, third-party reviewers, and regulatory bodies to support audits, design reviews, and code certification processes.
Support material selection, fabrication requirements, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards for Class NF components.
Participate in engineering change processes, nonconformance evaluations, and corrective action development as required.
Maintain current knowledge of ASME Section III revisions, NRC guidance, and industry best practices.