Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, construction, and maintenance of facility piping systems, including component sizing and equipment selection
• Model pressure, flow, and thermal effects using CFD, FEA, and related tools
• Validate piping integrity under static and dynamic loads and perform pipe-stress/structural analyses
• Develop, review, and red-line mechanical and piping drawings, plans, and specifications
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work for major projects
• Prepare ROMs, detailed cost estimates, and procurement documentation
• Participate in safety reviews, quality-assurance activities, and regulatory audits
• Direct the work of technical support staff and mentor junior engineers

Requirements

• 5 to 12 years of mechanical design-engineering experience focused on piping and fluid systems
• Expertise in pressure-drop calculations, fluid-flow optimization, and equipment sizing
• Proficiency in static and dynamic piping analyses, including pipe-stress and support-structure calculations
• Experience in highly regulated industries such as nuclear, chemical processing, or oil & gas
• Familiarity with ASME codes and standards
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance
• US citizenship required

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

About the Company

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields.