Mechanical Design Engineer

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC
United States, Tennessee, Oak Ridge
Mar 12, 2025
*SMSI* provides expert management consulting, program and project management, and technical consulting services to government and private sector clients. SMSI has grown and evolved by building an outstanding reputation for client-focused performance and for delivering results that enable clients to meet commitments and milestones. . SMSI is an Equal Employment 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 status as a protected veteran. Job Summary SMSI LLC is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to work onsite in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The selected candidate will be instrumental in developing new technologies and components for Project's Diagnostic Residual Gas Analyzer (DRGA) system. The DRGA is a multi-sensor instrument that is responsible for measuring the composition of gases in the ITER. Responsibilities The successful candidate will lead the ongoing design process as part of the system design, analysis, procurement, assembly, and testing, addressing design changes and evaluating impacts during the process. The final deliverable is an assembled and tested DRGA provided for deployment at the ITER project in France. This process will require the candidate to implement practical solutions to complex engineering problems, ensuring flawless execution from design to deployment. Required Skills This position requires a BS degree in mechanical, or a related field, with a minimum of five years of professional experience in design and fabrication of high-performance components and systems. The candidate should demonstrate a diverse background and understanding of the following topics: Mechanical Design including at least a basic understanding of mechanics and thermal response of materials Able to read, understand, and apply engineering standards Able to specify and select components and provide ordering information required to procure components. Can demonstrate technical writing and technical documentation abilities Experience in hands-on troubleshooting of mechatronic systems Testing: designing, executing, and documenting tests that answer specific questions Basic understanding of computer simulation packages (such as FEA and/or CFD) as they apply to engineering design, ability to perform basic analyses, validate, and report Basic Engineering Drawing creation, checking, and component procurement Candidate must be a self-starter and able to work independently with diverse teams. Excellent verbal, presentation, and writing skills are required to enable effective interaction and communication with technical peers, program managers, collaborators, and sponsors. The candidate must be a US citizen. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in nuclear fusion or fission technology or a closely related field is a plus. Experience working in assembly of complex devices is highly desirable. The candidate may be required to lead receipt and acceptance of components and/or component/system testing. Design and deployment of scientific or research diagnostic systems, including data gathering, analysis, and reporting The candidate should demonstrate a diverse background and understanding of some of the following topics: Vacuum systems Mechanical Design including at least a basic understanding of mechanics, fluids, controls, dynamics, and thermal response of materials Mechanical utilities design, installation, commissioning, and operations experience Programming, Mechatronics / Data Acquisition and Logging Basic understanding of computer networks, wireless communication, PWM signals, digital coms, basic encryption protocols Procurement, assembly, and testing experience Educational Requirements This position requires a BS degree in mechanical, or a related field, with a minimum of five years of professional experience in design and fabrication of high-performance components and systems.