Product Development / Engineering Lead Position Available In Anderson, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: Direct Kinetic Solutions Inc in Oak Ridge, Tennessee is seeking a Product Development / Engineering Lead to contribute to radioisotopic power source manufacturing. Responsibilities include product design, process optimization, and technical documentation. Qualifications include 10+ years of hardware product development experience and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.
Job Description
Product Development / Engineering Lead
Direct Kinetic Solutions Inc
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
About Us:
Direct Kinetic Solutions (DKS) is a growing, innovative company specializing in the development and manufacturing of radioisotopic power sources. Our small but dynamic team is dedicated to advancing energy solutions and being at the forefront of this cutting-edge technology. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment where every team member can thrive and grow professionally.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Product Development / Engineering Lead to join our team in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of radioisotopic power source manufacturing, contributing to projects that have a significant impact on energy innovation. As a key member of our team, you will play an integral role in supporting our manufacturing and automation processes, optimizing production efficiency, inventory management and data collection and ensuring high-quality standards.
As Product Development Lead, youll design the next generation of our devices, ensure theyre manufacturable at scale, and shape how we go from R D to Commercialization. Youll work closely with R D scientists, the manufacturing team, and leadership to define and deliver real products with real use cases.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and lead the development of radioisotopic products from prototyping through build of a scalable productTranslate R D output into manufacturable, reliable, and scalable product designsDrive product specifications, architecture, and design reviewsDevelop and maintain technical documentation: CAD, BOMs, requirements, test plansBe a key owner of
ISO 9001
process for Design, Development and Manufacturing•you will actively shape our SOPs and drive organizational improvementCoordinate closely with Industrial Engineer to validate and iterate production processesServe as the technical bridge between radiochemistry, engineering, and productionSupport business development by understanding the use case requirements (power, electronics, size, longevity) and delivering concept designs for customer validation to begin iterative design process, prototyping and manufacturing Contribute to team meetings and project planning sessions with innovative ideas and solutionsMaintain a safe and organized work environment by adhering to 5S practices, safety protocols and company policies.
Who you are:
Youre motivated by a challenge•we are a small team with a big mission, we are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast paced environment and doesnt back down from a challenge.
You strive for excellence and see setbacks as opportunities•we are constantly improving as we bring our first of a kind product to market, we believe that no solution is too out there and we are always open to looking at things from a different perspective. We value collaboration and see setbacks as opportunities to improve future design iterations.
A leader•as the Product Development/Engineering Lead you will have a key role at the forefront of developing our technology, we are looking for a leader who steps up to coordinate efforts between our engineers and chemists and who people feel comfortable coming to with challenges.
Qualifications:
Required10+ years of experience in hardware product development, ideally in a startup or deep-tech environmentBachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field; Masters/PhD preferredDemonstrated ability to take hardware from prototype to productionStrong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principlesProficiency in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360) and documentation toolsExperience collaborating across disciplines (physics, materials, mechanical, electrical)Excellent communication and organizational skillsComfort working hands-on in lab and manufacturing environmentsPreferredBackground in energy tech, aerospace, medical devices, or nuclear systemsExperience with radiation-hardened systems or compact power sources/ batteriesFamiliarity with safety and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, IEC, nuclear regs)Simulation or analysis tools (e.g., Microshield, Altium, Ansys, COMSOL)
Benefits:
Competitive salary and performance-based bonusesComprehensive health insurance401K plan with company matchingOpportunities for professional development and career advancementCollaborative and inclusive work environment
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Position Type:
Full Time
