Welcome to Orano
Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Job description
Orano USA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to support Project IKE, a high-impact initiative focused on nuclear facility design, construction, and modernization. Under general supervision and reporting directly to the Mechanical Engineering Lead, the Mechanical Engineer II will perform varied and moderately complex engineering tasks requiring the application of established mechanical design principles. This role contributes to the planning, design, analysis, and maintenance of mechanical systems and components critical to Project IKE’s success.
Assignments may involve responsibility for a complete task or a portion of a larger project, with technical oversight from senior engineering staff. The position offers exposure to nuclear-grade systems and requires a strong foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute mechanical engineering assignments related to system design, thermal/fluid analysis, equipment specification, and field support for Project IKE.
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to solve technical problems, with guidance on more complex issues.
- Support the development of mechanical design packages, including drawings, calculations, and specifications.
- Assist in field activities such as installation, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of mechanical systems.
- Ensure compliance with applicable nuclear, organizational, and customer engineering standards and procedures.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, electrical, HVAC, and I&C engineers to ensure integrated system performance.
- Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to improve quality and constructability.
- Contribute to technical documentation and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.
Our Full-Time Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
- 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
- Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
- Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
- Numerous Training and Development opportunities
- and more…
Ideal qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- 2–3 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
- An advanced degree (MS or MBA) may substitute for 1–2 years of experience; a PhD may substitute for 2–3 years.
- In applicable states, a PE license may be accepted in lieu of a four-year engineering degree.
- Must be eligible to obtain a security clearance if required by the project.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting nuclear or DOE projects.
- Familiarity with ASME codes, ANSI standards, and nuclear QA requirements.
- Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and engineering analysis software.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate across disciplines.
Skills and Competencies
- Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles and design practices.
- Basic knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques, and criteria.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools, technologies, and processes.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain in a stationary position, walk, kneel, and crouch as needed.
- Regular use of a computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Orano is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Orano USA LLC
Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider for decommissioning shutdown nuclear energy facilities, managing used nuclear fuel, conducting federal site clean-up and closure, and the sale of uranium, conversion, and enrichment services to the U.S. commercial and federal markets. In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212 (212Pb), a rare alpha-emitting radioisotope and one of the more potent therapeutic payloads against cancer cells. https://www.orano.group/usa
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