Mechanical Engineer - Process Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Mechanical Engineer-Process Systems who will focus on mechanical systems in the process systems engineering group. This position will encompass ownership of different custom equipment in support of the isotope production facility. Key responsibilities associated with system ownership include vendor oversight for procurement, reviewing and approving design or fabrication documents, coordination with Construction during installation, site walkdowns, and inspections.

Hybrid or remote work arrangement will be considered. While our headquarters is located in Janesville, Wisconsin, we welcome applicants from across the U.S. who can effectively collaborate in a virtual environment. Candidates may be asked to travel occasionally for team meetings or onsite engagements, depending on business needs.  

The base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $155,250 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Examples of specific duties and responsibilities for the Mechanical Engineer-Process Systems role include, but are not limited to:

• Interfacing with Project Controls team on scheduled tasks and provide updates on a weekly basis for reporting purposes
• Preparing and issuing design packages, specifications, drawings, test plans, calculations, reports, and quality classification forms for systems such as:
• Off-gas processing systems
• Uranium handling systems
• Waste processing systems 
• Liquid tanks, support structures, and interconnecting piping and valves
• Instruments for systems
• Control schemes to perform system functions
• Stakeholder review of system design packages
• Interfacing with the Procurement team for vendor design and fabrication contracts
• Work with equipment vendors on factory acceptance tests (FATs), site acceptance tests (SATs), and on-time/on-budget design and/or delivery of auxiliary equipment
• Perform owner’s acceptance reviews for vendor-supplied design documentation 
• Prepare/review test plans for factory and site acceptance testing of equipment
• Interface with Construction team for field inquiries and issues
• Perform walk-downs of installed equipment in the field

This position will work closely with other experienced engineers within the Engineering group to provide support and mentorship to ensure effective turnover of system ownership. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 6+ years of relevant project experience in a professional setting
• Willingness to learn, understand, and develop new technology
• Ability to oversee multiple projects and activities in various stages of completion
• Ability to perform small scope project management related duties (deadline accountability, providing schedule updates, planning resource needs, etc.)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Experience

• 10+ years of relevant project experience in a professional setting
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code
• Experience with fundamentals of structural design for seismic loading
• Engineering support of an active construction site
• Knowledge of and experience in supporting quality systems including engineering support of incoming inspection of bespoke equipment
• Experience working within a nuclear quality system
• Able to demonstrate proficiency in some or all of the following areas:
• Thermal fluid system design
• Piping design
• Tank design
• Filtration systems
• Valve specification
• Fluid system instrumentation selection. 
• Experience with fire protection including NFPA 801 is a plus

Working Conditions and Physical Effort: 

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job, absent undue hardship.

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.

SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.

SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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