Mechanical Designer - Everett - TerraPower

Description

TITLE: Mechanical Designer

LOCATION: Everett, WA, USA

The TerraPower Isotopes (TPI) division has been established to pursue medical isotopes development: advancing nuclear science for significant human health benefits. We seek to support revolutionary radiotherapies for treatments of various cancers through the supply of radioisotopes, notably actinium-225. TerraPower currently has unique access to a supply of thorium for the long-term production of actinium-225 in the growing Targeted Alpha Therapy (TAT) market and may expand into other nuclear related medical treatments in the future.

The TerraPower Isotopes program is an integral part of the Washington State based TerraPower team, a company working to raise living standards globally. In 2006, the company originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field.

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced radiopharmaceutical applications and influencing change within nuclear medicine. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

Mechanical Designer

The TerraPower Isotopes (TPI) Mechanical Designer will play a key role in the design, development, integration and implementation of mechanical systems and tooling within TPI Ac-225 production inside of hot cells and gloveboxes suitable for handling of alpha emitting and long-lived radionuclides. The TPI Mechanical Designer will join the team designing new transfer systems, operational tooling, and equipment as TPI expands our production of actinium. The ideal candidate will have experience participating in the design of mechanical methods, handheld products, lifting equipment, and/or other mechanical transfer systems commonly used in radiological environments.

Responsibilities:

• Create detailed CAD models of mechanical components and systems applying mechanical engineering principles

• Prepare detailed technical drawings, specifications, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), applying ASME Y14.1 and Y15.1 standards.

• Develop and test prototypes, analyze results, and iterate designs to meet performance, safety, and reliability standards

• Investigate equipment failures, research new materials, and stay updated on technological advancements.

• Communicate effectively across the TPI team, and with key stakeholders to support review of engineering designs and gather necessary design input information.

• Collaborate with various teams during product design and implementation phases to ensure mechanical system, interface and customer concerns are met.

• Assist in developing procurement packages, communicating with procurement contract administrators, and overseeing fabrication and delivery of custom mechanical equipment.

• Communicate effectively with external and internal vendors to review designs, maintain design documentation, manage timelines, ensure accuracy and efficiency of fabrication work, and integrate into Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

• Provide technical guidance during routine operations, preventative maintenance, and upgrades of mechanical systems.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. in mechanical engineering or related discipline from an accredited university or 4+ years direct experience with proven product design, testing and implementation in an industrial setting.

• Understanding of mechanical engineering codes, standards, and design best practices.

• High proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks) is essential. 3D Modeling and Drafting required.

• Experience using a Part Data Management (PDM) system.

• Experience designing consumer products /components strongly preferred.

• Familiarity in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)

• Familiarity with traditional machining (CNC, Lathe, Drill/tap, sheet metal) and 3D printing prototyping is preferred. Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001.

• Discipline, rigor, attention to detail, attention to safety, and procedural adherence are required.

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, such as those developed in fast-paced environments including the military, and other nuclear or radiopharmaceutical environments.

• Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives and productively generate engineering design documents accordingly in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience working and communicating productively in a multidisciplinary team including R&D, production, quality assurance, and engineering design functions.

• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, able to communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.

Job Functions

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

• Motor Abilities: Sitting and standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands) included extended operations with telemanipulators.

• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Moderate, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds.

• Repetitive work: Prolonged.

• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work.

• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day.

• Position is based in Everett, WA and work on-site in a radiochemical production laboratory is required.

• Travel required 0-15%

TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Job details

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range L10: $117,922 - $176,883

Salary Range L9: $102,804 - $154,206

*Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 - 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary band. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation

• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments

• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical

o Vision

o Dental

o Life

o Life and Disability

o Gender Affirmation Benefits

o Parental Leave

• 401k Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

o 21 days of annually accrued PTO

• Generous Holiday Schedule

o 10 paid holidays

• Relocation Assistance

• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

• Flexible Work Schedule

Please visit https://www.terrapower.com/careers/ to apply