Experienced Mechanical Engineering Aide

Why This Role Is Critical

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

What You’ll Do Day-To-Day

• Compiles and computes a variety of engineering data, analyzes test and design data.  
• Develops and prepares schematics, designs, specifications, parts lists and reviews designs and specifications for adequacy.  
• Selects computer programs best suited to process data required in making a variety of engineering analyses and assists in the development of new programs to meet changing requirements.  
• Assists in the training of others and reviews work assigned to them.  
• Performs other complicated technical tasks in the performance of their duties following general instructions and exercising initiative and selecting methods to be used to obtain desired results.  
• Performs analysis to check applicability, accuracy and reasonableness of data.  
• Extracts and compiles engineering data, processes computer data using specified formulas and procedures.  
• Writes project status reports and/or publishes test results.  
• Assists project engineers or take the lead in smaller projects on design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and startup.  
• Assists plant and maintenance engineers or take the lead in special areas involving equipment repair troubleshooting, instrumentation and preventive maintenance procedures, spare parts, and dealing with vendors.  
• Proposes process and manufacturing improvements and may take the lead in implementing them. 
• May perform CAD (computer aided design) design.  
• Performs job duties in a safe manner.
• Promotes a safe and healthy workplace by following safety rules.  
• Assisting with Fabrication Drawings. 
• Document Approval Workflow and PLM support for the Tooling Group.

What You'll Bring

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, standards and equipment.  
• Technical experience with equipment, processes and control systems used in plants.  
• Knowledgeable of project engineering practices and selected electrical, mechanical and chemical equipment applications, equipment and processes.  
• Ability to generate CAD drawings, if applicable and using standard software.  
• May require familiarity with corporate drafting standards.  
• Ability to interpret drawings.  
• Advanced communication skills to comprehend, follow direction and convey detailed technical data.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment. 
• Product lifecycle management software experience. 

Total Rewards Package

Total Rewards Package         

• Salary: $30.90 - $40.50 an hour, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A).

Compensation: 30.9 to 40.5 (USD)