Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job DescriptionPosition Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Senior Mechanical Design Engineer opportunity. Job Responsibilities:

• Perform component scoping to meet governing code requirements and project requirements
• Generate basic sizing calculations for reactor components
• Make 3D models of reactor components with commercial software
• Perform mechanical analyses using finite element method with commercial codes
• Coordinate with other disciplines and partners to deliver mechanical design solutions
• Conduct technical reviews of Company and supplier designs and deliverables

Job Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical or related discipline from an accredited university and 10+ years of relevant experience or M.S. in Mechanical or related discipline with 6+ years of experience
• PE license in the state of Washington or eligibility for licensure desired
• Recent experience with mechanical analysis software (ANSYS preferred)
• Recent experience with CAD software (Solidworks preferred)
• Experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel and B31 codes (ASME BPVC III.5 highly desired)
• Experience working under a Quality Program (for example, NQA-1 or ISO 9001)
• Demonstrated ability to deliver qualified hardware and supporting documentation
• Understanding of molten salt reactors, fast reactors, and/or other advanced reactors
• Understanding of fabrication operations including machining, welding, heat treatment, and inspections
• Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence
• Strong communication skills desired
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork
• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications
• Travel Required: 0-5%.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $69-$115/hr (*Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience*)
• Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan. #TerraPro About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.