Early Career Mechanical Tooling Engineer
Company: Framatome GmbH
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
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Framatome is a major global leader in the nuclear energy market
recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added
technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing
the international nuclear fleet. Offering a full range of reactor
services requires an unparalleled passion and sense of purpose
connected to our company's mission and vision.
Essential to Framatome's mission are our employees who provide a
unique set of skills, knowledge, and experience that support us in
providing competitive, reliable, and safe nuclear power plants. Our
commitment to our employees is recognized through our competitive
total rewards package. Enjoy competitive compensation, generous
benefits and take part in innovative projects and development
opportunities.
Framatome is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Tooling Engineer
for the Component Repair and Replacement (CR&R) Tooling and
Equipment Engineering organization at our Mill Ridge Road office in
Lynchburg, Virginia.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
The ideal candidate must have a desire to work on a fast paced
product development team where our primary customer is the CR&R
Field Operations group, who must successfully implement our
products at customer sites. Typical applications are remote
controlled machining, welding, Electrical Discharge Machining
(EDM), and surface improvement tools. We start with an identified
customer need, develop a repair concept and follow it through
fabrication, testing, and its final usage at a customer site.
The successful candidate must be very hands-on and self-motivated
with the ability to work independently in an environment comprised
of mechanical and electro-mechanical engineers and technicians. The
selected individual will design tooling parts and assemblies in 3D
CAD and prepare production drawings. The selected individual will
meet or establish design criteria for tooling required to operate
in high radiation environments and/or underwater applications. The
selected individual will design single and multi-axis manipulators,
lifting devices, machine tools, welding tools, EDM tools, hardware
modifications, and design of partial, full-scale mockup components.
The selected individual will design hydraulic and pneumatic systems
required to operate and control these specialized tools. The
selected individual will also write the operating instructions and
procedures related to their equipment, and train the labor that
will use the equipment as well as deploy to site for the
project.
Travel: Up to 25%
Required SkillsRequired Experience
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements to be
considered for this opportunity:
BS in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering/Engineering
Technology plus 0 -2 years of engineering experience. In applicable
states a PE license will be accepted in lieu of a 4 year
engineering degree
Strong technical problem-solving abilities
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
The following may be used to differentiate candidates who apply for
this position:
Previous internship/co-op experience in field of study
Must be proficient in CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and PLM
(SmarTeam/Enovia preferred)
Must have a demonstrated proficiency in machinery design
Experience specifying electro-mechanical subcomponents
Must be able to communicate effectively in oral, written, and
presentation formats
Machining and welding experience
Strong hands-on work skills for equipment/tooling assembly,
checkout, testing, refurb/repair, and on-site application
Proficient in using Microsoft - Word, Excel, and Project
Must be able to obtain unescorted commercial nuclear facility site
access, which means a clear criminal history and passing controlled
substance drug/alcohol testing
Knowledge of mechanical tools and experience performing maintenance
and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic actuation systems.
Experience with fabrication processes and additive
manufacturing.
Experience with inter-disciplinary design and collaboration
combining mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronics,
electrical, software, etc.
Careful and methodical approach with good attention to detail
Creativity and innovation
Proven self-starter, able to work / think independently, and budget
time across multiple tasks with a desire to see projects through to
completion.
Our total rewards package
The range of base salary for the position is between $61,000 -
$79,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance
bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a
guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on
factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work
location.
Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key
component of your total rewards. This includes:
Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and
Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term
disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident,
critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement
savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including
up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 11 paid
holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee
assistance programs; opportunities for professional
development.
This opportunity is in Lynchburg, Virginia
After work you will enjoy all that Central Virginia has to offer.
From beautiful Smith Mountain Lake to the scenic Blue Ridge
Mountains you can hike, mountain bike, snowboard and water ski to
your hearts content. You'll avoid the traffic hassles of a major
city, while being in driving distance to many of the major cities,
beaches and attractions along the mid-Atlantic coast. Take in a
minor league baseball game or one of the many festivals in the
region. Our Young Generation Nuclear group hosts numerous social
and professional development events that will allow you to quickly
build relationships and advance your career.
Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected
veteran status.
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