General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We currently have several exciting opportunities for Mechanical Engineers as part of the Engineering and Projects team in the Energy Group. These positions will be part of a team for the design, development, and fabrication of components and systems for Fusion applications including ITER and DIII-D. With general supervision, this position is responsible for determining and developing designs, procedures, techniques, and solutions to resolving advanced technical engineering problems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports and develops innovative and practical solutions to design, manufacturing, assembly and testing challenges.

• Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles Documents findings, implements solutions and communicates results to engineering staff.

• Prepares R&D and production plans and directs designers and technicians in the execution of the plans

• Develops technical requirements and work scopes for suppliers and subcontractors

• Monitors subcontractor’s status and progress and apprises management and recommends corrective actions when required.

• Performs design and finite element analysis of components, assemblies and sub-systems utilizing CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS engineering simulation software.

• Develops design solutions by performing scoping and detailed analyses and iterates to optimize designs and document results.

• Documents work in calculations and formal reports, technical memos, manuals, and presentations requiring a strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software desired.

• Directs the activities of designers, technicians, and may direct the activities of less experienced technical staff.

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

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Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, or two or more years of experience with a master’s degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

• Must have an understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts in practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.

• Experience in developing and verifying requirements for complex engineering challenges. Application to fusion plasma diagnostic systems and opto-mechanical design desired.

• Experience with ASME Y14.5 standard for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

• Experience with analyses including fluid dynamics, heat transfer, structural mechanics and dynamics desired.

• Must have experience with CAD software packages such as CATIA or Solidworks, and familiarization with FEA analysis tools such as ANSYS is a plus

• Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.

Salary: $81,080 - $141,650 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? No Clearance Required? No Clearance Level null Workstyle Onsite

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.