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Mechanical Designer

System One

Bellevue, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$37–$74 Per Hour
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Analysis Skills, Assembly Drawings, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Change Control, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Design Services, Design for Assembly (DFA), Electrical Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, ISO 9001, Illustrating Ability, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Design, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Reactor, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Data Management (PDM), Product Lifecycle Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, SolidWorks, Technical Presentation, Technical Writing, Test Fixtures, Testing, Trade Studies, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Bellevue, WA
POSTED
4 days ago

Mechanical Designer

Location: Bellevue, WA
Job Type: Contract
Work Model: Hybrid (Onsite & Remote)
Schedule: 40 hours/week
Pay Rate: $37.00 - $74.00/hour DOE

System One is seeking a Mechanical Designer to support the design and development of advanced nuclear reactor technology. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams developing next-generation energy systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
  • Design mechanical and structural components, test fixtures, flow loops, rigs, and sub-scale test articles.
  • Create fabrication and assembly drawings in accordance with ASME standards.
  • Perform tolerance stack-up analyses and apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
  • Support structural, thermal, neutronic, radiological, and safety analyses through CAD model development.
  • Conduct design trade studies and recommend optimal engineering solutions.
  • Maintain configuration control of models and drawings using PDM/PLM systems.
  • Participate in design reviews and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and testing teams.
  • Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and engineering reports.
  • Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with engineering standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Minimum 7 years of CAD design experience with strong proficiency in SolidWorks.
  • At least 3 years of relevant mechanical design experience.
  • Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
  • Experience creating fabrication drawings and applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with PDM/PLM systems preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in the nuclear industry or another highly regulated engineering environment.
  • Knowledge of ASME NQA-1, ISO 9001, or similar quality standards.
  • Experience coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Familiarity with reactor components, nuclear equipment, or advanced energy technologies.


About the Company

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System One

Every day, System One focuses on services and solutions that require a high degree of specialization, in-demand technical skills, and large-scale operational expertise. We are essential partners to those on the front lines of our nation’s most critical infrastructure, technology, and life sciences initiatives. 

Founded more than 40 years ago as a staffing partner to the engineering industry, today System One is a diversified organization operating in over 50 locations and putting more than 9,000 people to work in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://systemone.com

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