Mechanical Design Engineer

job summary:

Join our advanced nuclear energy team as a Mechanical Engineer specializing in fabrication support for the next-generation X-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) project. Based onsite/hybrid, you will serve as the critical technical bridge linking internal design teams, global manufacturing suppliers, and procurement specialists. Your primary objective will be ensuring that all reactor components move smoothly from technical specifications into physical production without sacrificing quality or schedule.

location: Knoxville, Tennessee job type: Contract salary: $65.42 - 70.42 per hour work hours: 9am to 4pm education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Resolve vendor technical issues, including Supplier Change Requests, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and procedure submittals.
• Lead weekly vendor meetings to track manufacturing milestones and conduct onsite facility quality inspections.
• Enforce strict compliance with ASME Section III codes and NQA-1 nuclear quality assurance requirements.
• Proactively resolve engineering open items and non-conformance reports (NCRs) across design, procurement, and assembly phases.
• Partner with cross-functional project management, sourcing, and design teams to align fabrication activities with design parameters.

qualifications:

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related engineering discipline) alongside at least 5+ years of mechanical fabrication experience. A minimum of 3+ years within the nuclear power industry is required, paired with deep working knowledge of ASME Section III, ASME B31.1, and 10 CFR 50 Appendix B quality standards. Proficiency with GD&T (ASME Y14.5), welding practices, and nuclear active component qualification is essential.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.