Principal Mechanical Engineer

Westinghouse NuclearOgden, UT

$60 - $70 / hour

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$60-$70/hour

Benefits

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Job Description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role: The Principal Mechanical Engineer position is full-time, on-site position in Ogden, UT. This role provides mechanical engineering support at a manufacturing and chemical process facility for equipment, systems and processes for use in commercial nuclear power industry following established practices. This position will report to the Senior Engineering Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct, day to day technical engineering support for manufacturing and chemical operations and maintenance.
Assume lead technical responsibility for design and implementation of new or modified systems. This includes specification of new processes and equipment designs, as well as, overseeing and coordinating installation, fabrication, testing and qualification of new equipment or processes. Ensure compliance to safety and regulatory requirements.
Analyze and recommend utilization of technological innovations in material, machinery, manufacturing, and chemical processing techniques to solve complex manufacturing problems.
Develop innovative methods in materials, equipment and process designs.
Perform engineering calculations to support equipment and process designs including Finite Element Analyses using ANSYS or other similar software tools.
Assume a project leadership role in developing and coordinating efforts of capital projects including coordination across various departments. Effectively develop project charters, management plans, schedules, WBS, risk management plans and project budgets.
Address customer and regulatory requirements and concerns.
Analyze and make proposals, renew business opportunities and implement strategic plans.
Prepare technical papers and make formal presentations to customers and regulators.

Qualifications:

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, or similar
10+ Years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or chemical plant
Proficient in AutoDesk and ANSYS, preferred.
Working knowledge of ASME codes
Demonstrated experience in leadership of projects from design through commissioning including scope development, schedule development, budget development and execution and monitoring to meet target objectives. PMP certification
Strong teamwork skills - including leadership and participation
Create drawings in Inventor or Solidworks or similar CAD program.
Industrial Refinery Experience
Experience leading and troubleshooting a project

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be ($60/hour to $70/hour).

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting

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This job at Westinghouse Nuclear is located in Ogden, UT, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Westinghouse Nuclear?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $60–$70 per hour for this role.

What employment applies to this position at Westinghouse Nuclear?

Westinghouse Nuclear lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Westinghouse Nuclear?

Westinghouse Nuclear is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Westinghouse Nuclear for this role?

Westinghouse Nuclear offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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