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Machine Design Engineer

Spectra Tech, Inc.
Oak Ridge, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026

Job Responsibilities:

We are looking for a machine design engineer to perform design on equipment for new facilities. No PE Required. Will be working on a team of other engineers for creation, development and testing of mechanical systems, industrial machinery and automation equipment using Solidworks for new nuclear facilities.

* Design & Modeling: Create detailed mechanical designs, components, and assemblies using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks).

* Analysis & Simulation: Perform engineering calculations, FEA (Finite Element Analysis), and simulations to test strength and safety.

* Prototyping & Testing: Build, test, and troubleshoot prototypes to evaluate performance, conducting failure analysis to improve designs.

* Documentation: Generate technical drawings, BOMs (Bill of Materials), design specifications, and operation manuals.

  • Collaboration: Work with other engineering disciplines to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA).

    Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited institution in mechanical engineering, and at least 10 years of professional experience in the design and construction of infrastructure projects.

Must be a U.S. citizen


Spectra Tech’s policy is to give equal opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with a disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

 

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