Boston Government Services, LLC., (BGS) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for the Second Target Station (STS) project, located at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.

If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

Responsibilities:

The Mechanical Engineer participates in and contributes to the design, engineering, and integration of the Target Systems scope. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for providing detail drawings calculations, design specifications, procurement support, installation support, and testing support for the assigned portion of Target Systems scope under the direction of a senior or lead engineer. This role reports to the STS Neutron Production Systems Group Leader and interfaces with engineers, scientists, and other designers across and outside the project.

As a member of the STS team, you will have access to professional development opportunities and a supportive community of colleagues who share your passion for innovation and discovery. Join us in becoming part of the team and build the best possible research facility for ORNL and the US research community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

As a Mechanical Engineer on the STS project, you will play a crucial role in the objective to build the world-leading high brightness Neutron Science Facility. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals and contribute to groundbreaking research in a variety of fields, including energy production and storage, medical advancements, and environmental studies.

Other duties include:

• Support engineers to prepare clear, complete, and accurate drawings, analyses and other design-related deliverables from models, layouts, rough or detailed sketches and from written or verbal instructions.
• Communicates and collaborates with engineers, designers, scientists, and vendors throughout the design process, and assists senior or lead engineers with team coordination and management of deliverable timelines.
• Participate in R&D and prototyping of proposed equipment and systems.
• Contribute to various project document types, including but not limited to:
• 3-D CAD models and Hardware drawings using 3-D tools.
• Requirements documents.
• Design and Analysis Calculations.
• Technical Specifications.
• Statements of Work.
• Installation & Test Plans.
• Perform engineering analysis and manipulations using a variety of methods including “hand calculations,” custom codes, and commercial codes for structural engineering.
• Ensure compliance with Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and QA requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar discipline.
• 2 years of professional experience in design, assembly, analysis or testing of complex mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in 3-D CAD design of complex parts and large assemblies.
• Proven success with fundamental machine design, mechanism design, and/or robotics. Comfort and familiarity with commercially available components, to include, but not limited to motors, gears, linear rails, actuators, leadscrews, bearings, sensors/switches.
• Ability to communicate engineering problems and design concepts through presentation to engineers, designers, scientists, and other project partners.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven success in performing complex engineering and analysis work, including design integration for complex first-of-a-kind equipment.
• Prior experience in the design, fabrication, and installation of remote handling and hot cell equipment and facilities.
• Experience with nuclear applications or equipment in radiation fields.
• Proficiency in Creo for CAD design.
• Professional experience with the technical concepts of drafting and engineering principles with an understanding of mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, etc.
• Professional experience with drawings, schematics and P&IDs, including codes and standards such as Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with control systems, automation functions, PLC or similar.
• Longer than 2 years of experience can be a merit if within relevant field.

Measures of Effectiveness:

• Successfully delivers high quality engineering designs and drawing packages.
• Successfully perform mathematical calculations under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Successfully interacts with designers and engineers to develop ideas into workable engineering solutions.

Benefits:

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO:

Boston Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.