Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Location:
United States , Lewis Center

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

As a Senior Mechanical Designer Engineer - Nuclear you will be taking on a new challenge in guiding the formation of a new team at ATS Industrial Automation, USA. You will be responsible for establishing local design expertise, working with others to drive and establish a nuclear QA program, collaborating with the global ATS nuclear teams, and developing innovative solutions for complex nuclear and industrial automation projects. You will work with a cross-functional team responsible for engineering solutions for industrial automation and nuclear projects by learning and applying cutting edge technology. You will have the opportunity to lead mechanical design efforts, organize project documentation, and problem solve during the debug and completion of systems.

Job Responsibility:

Design and support the development of Automated Equipment for industrial and nuclear projects
Perform engineering calculations with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs
Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, hardness, etc. in the development of equipment, processes, and products
Define tools, fixtures, and equipment to be used in fabrication and assembly of mechanical components and complete assemblies
Produce working drawings, detail drawings, and bills of materials for equipment, sub-assemblies, or products, using AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS
Specify appropriate purchase components for mechanical assemblies and create requisitions with appropriate delivery dates
Analyze designs and systems for compliance with applicable standards (i.e., OSHA, CE, or customer-specific)
Strictly follow ASME NQA-1 Quality requirements as defined within the manual and procedures
Work cross functionally with other teams
Review electrical requirements with respect to input and output devices with electrical designers
Review machine operations and machine sequences with programmers
Assist fabricators, machinists, toolmakers, and electricians in the debug, integration, resolving problems, and completion of systems
Communicate design changes to the Mechanical Engineering Group Lead or Project Engineer
Assist with the Group Leader’s responsibilities during their absence
Provide Subject Matter Expert oversight and opinion to support ATS’s business in key focus areas for nuclear (e.g., BWRs, PWRs, SMRs)
Provide technical direction, advice, and guidance to the engineering/design departments
Support nuclear projects by participating in design reviews and providing solutions to complex problems
Support internal and customer-driven innovations by participating in engineering, conceptual design, development, and testing
Provide engineering support related to construction of Nuclear Project per all applicable Nuclear Equipment standards
Support Applications Engineering to prepare concepts for new nuclear proposals
Prepare concept designs and assemble preliminary pricing for critical proposals
Participate and lead the development of innovative programs to meet nuclear industry demand
Ensure proper interpretation of industry standards and regulatory requirements
Ensure design and engineering procedures and standard practices comply with industry-specific regulatory requirements
Ensure that quality objectives are met by translating them into policies and protocols
Define the framework for the Engineering team which instills excellence in quality by design
Provide Engineering Support in the development of a Nuclear Quality Assurance Process for ATS Quality Department to handle nuclear projects

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Science or Technology
Professional Engineer License would be an asset
10+ years of experience in engineering design, development and qualifications of automated systems custom machinery or industrial equipment
5+ years of experience in nuclear tooling development and testing, preferably including field support and experience
In-depth knowledge of and use of nuclear equipment quality standards (NQA-1, ASME BPV Section III)
Thorough understanding of machine design and build, machine controls, structured problem solving, statistical analysis, and precision engineering principles
Good written and oral communication skills and ability to lead or work as part of a multi-disciplinary project team
Work in conformance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures and compliance to legislative requirements
Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods
Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts, defects in any equipment or protective device, and any accidents/incidents to the supervisor
Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks
Attend all required health, safety and environmental training
Assist in investigating accidents/incidents where applicable

What we offer:

Flexible work schedules
Employee events
Free coffee beverages
Employee referral program
Safety shoe programs
Overtime pay eligibility
Paid vacation
Company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Comprehensive health benefits
401K matching program
Employee Incentive Bonus program
Optional Employee Share Purchase Program
Tuition reimbursement programs
Commitment to promoting from within

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Job Posted:
December 22, 2025

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Location:
United States , Lewis Center

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 22, 2025

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