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Mechanical Design Engineer (Gears/Bearings)

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Oxford Global Resources

Huntsville, AL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 22 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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Job Description

Role:
Mechanical Design Engineer (Gears/Bearings)
Location :
Huntsville, AL (Onsite)
Duration:
6-9 Months+ (potentially up to 1-2 years)
Hours:
40 hours with some weeks potentially up to 50-60 hours (currently 8.5 Hours/day)
Candidate Profile :
Not necessarily a degreed mechanical engineer; designers are welcome, a degree is great but not required.
Core Software :
Must be proficient in SolidWorks; knowledge of PDM is important.
Project Focus:
The role primarily supports the Terrapower project, specifically the "in vessel transfer machine" for the natrium reactor, a large 60-foot-tall mechanism.
Technical Expertise:
Strong machine design orientation (gears, bearings), experience with DFM (design for manufacturing) /assembly (weldments, weld maps), and knowledge of ASME code (B31.3 piping background is a plus).
Job Duties:
Taking direction from engineers, making model changes, creating models, and issuing draft files/drawings, with an understanding of
ASME Y14.100
standards.
Work Environment:
A collaborative environment requiring adaptability, good temperament, and the ability to work with diverse personalities and experience levels.
On-Site Requirement:
The job is 100% on campus, with core hours from 9 AM to 3 PM, requiring 8.5 hours on campus for 8 hours charged, and no working through lunch.
Workload & Duration :
Currently 40-hour weeks but could easily go to 50-60 hours; the contract duration could be 6-9 months, up to 1-2 years. -Familiar with ASME code
B31-3, Y-14, Y-100
Soft skills need to be good for the team