Design Engineer

Centrus Energy Corp is a leading organization dedicated to advancing clean energy solutions through innovative nuclear technology. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to design and optimize piping and mechanical systems within process-control environments, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of complex fluid systems.

Responsibilities:

• Leading the design, construction, and maintenance of facility piping systems
• Detailed component sizing, equipment selection (such as pumps, motors, heaters, blowers, and valves), and modeling pressure, flow, and thermal effects using CFD, FEA, and related tools
• Validating piping integrity under static and dynamic loads, performing pipe-stress and structural analyses, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Developing, reviewing, and red-lining mechanical and piping drawings, plans, and specifications based on engineering calculations
• Planning, scheduling, and coordinating detailed phases of engineering work for major or moderate projects, including preparing ROMs, detailed cost estimates, equipment specifications, and procurement documentation
• Active participation in safety reviews, quality assurance activities, training sessions, and regulatory audits to uphold safety and quality standards
• Producing technical reports, literature reviews, and progress updates, presenting findings and project status to stakeholders and senior management
• Mentoring junior engineers, guiding troubleshooting efforts, and implementing modifications to resolve equipment malfunctions
• Performing additional tasks as assigned, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives by integrating emerging technologies and best practices

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution
• A minimum of five years of relevant experience in mechanical design engineering, particularly with piping and fluid systems in industrial or regulated environments
• Proficiency in pressure-drop calculations, fluid-flow optimization, and equipment sizing and selection
• Familiarity with static and dynamic piping analyses, including pipe-stress and support-structure calculations
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards, such as ASME, and the ability to integrate them into efficient designs
• Strong knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Q Clearance
• Be eligible for security clearance as required
• Additional professional certifications being advantageous
• Experience working within highly regulated industries such as nuclear, chemical processing, oil & gas, or HVAC is highly desirable