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Mechanical Systems Engineer

Centrus Energy Corp.
Piketon, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026
Job Description

Job Summary:

Reports directly to the System Engineering Manager. Responsible for the technical support of centrifuge manufacturing and support equipment. Serves as the subject matter expert for assigned systems and components and provides an interface between Engineering and centrifuge manufacturing departments.

What You will be Doing
  • Provide support for construction activities and systems testing/turnover, to ensure facilities and systems are capable of meeting manufacturing requirements
  • Lead process development and improvement activities by providing input on process flow, layout, equipment, tooling, and manning requirements to ensure process safety and effective process management
  • Develop and maintain effective and accurate manufacturing process documentation, procedures, work instructions, FMEA, control plans, and flow charts
  • Provide input on design and development of manufacturing equipment and tooling
  • Provide technical support for troubleshooting, corrective actions, and process improvements
  • Understand complex mechanical drawings and specifications
  • Ensure all changes are made in compliance with regulatory requirements, through the performance of change evaluations
  • Produce technical reports, literature reviews, and progress updates; present findings and status briefings to stakeholders and senior management
  • Support generation of specific system design requirements (SRDs)

We'd Love to Hear from Candidates With
  • Bachelor of science degree in engineering from an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
  • At least 5 years engineering experience preferred
  • Mechanical engineering discipline preferred
  • Effective in multiple communication modes with various vendors, suppliers, and internal team members
  • Possess effective oral and written communication skills
  • Be able to obtain and maintain a "Q" level security clearance

A Successful Candidate Bring
  • Manufacturing/Assembly experience and/or aptitude
  • Experience with high vacuum systems and equipment
  • Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience
  • Currently possess a "Q" level security clearance

Pay

Estimated Starting Base Salary Range:$65,555 - $109,259. This position is Bonus eligible. Centrus considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. While the posted range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position, compensation above the range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications and directly relevant experience.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position will require a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a Q security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required.

Centrus Energy Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $65,555 - $109,259

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