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Avantech

Mechanical Engineer

Avantech, Richland

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Who We Are
AVANTech, LLC is a rapidlygrowing technology company which designs, fabricates, and operates specialtywater treatment equipment for government and commercial clients. We solve someof the most challenging problems in the water industry - from being firstresponders to the Fukushima Nuclear Plant meltdown to implementing patentedfirst-of-its-kind technology for industrial wastewater recycling to cleaning-uplegacy wastewater at government sites resulting from weapons manufacturingduring the cold war era. AVANTech's goal is to improve the environment aroundus and support our clients with innovative sustainable water treatmentsolutions.
Benefitsof working with AVANTech:
  • Generouspaid time off and holidays.
  • Greatopportunity for advancement with a growing company.
  • Variedinsurance offerings with employer matching.
  • 401(k)savings plan with employer match.
  • Flexiblework schedule
Who You Are
The MechanicalEngineer will have an integral role in helping AVANTech design and implementwater treatment systems across the globe. Your role in this process willinclude the review and approval of various design documents including 3D systemmodels, 2D manufacturing drawings, technical reports, and design calculations.The Mechanical Engineer will work with project managers, electricalengineers, chemical engineers, and senior mechanical engineers to developcreative solutions to solve problems in the water treatment industry. The role is envisioned for someone entry level to 5 years of experience.
JobResponsibilities/Duties
  • Workclosely with the design team, customer, subcontractors and Project Manager toresolve technical issues and move the design process along efficiently, helpingminimize scope creep.
  • Produce conceptual designs from client specifications anddevelop both basic and detailed engineering documentation.
  • Perform and document design calculations to ensure designis compliant with client specifications and applicable codes and standards.
  • Assist with the preparation of scope, cost, and schedulesfor future project/tasks.
  • Work closely with suppliers, vendors, and technicalrepresentatives for specification of various mechanical systems and componentsto support overall project design.
  • Ensure compliance of various design documents withAVANTech Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) program.
  • Interact with manufacturing team members to optimizemechanical design. Manufacturing team members can include welders, pipefitters, painters, operators, and quality assurance personnel.
  • Possess the ability to implement various design codes andstandards. These standards shall include, but not be limited to, pressurevessel (ASME Section VIII Div.1), piping (ASME B31.3), structural (ASCE 7 /AISC Steel Construction Manual), and welding codes (AWS D1.1 / AWS D1.6).
RequiredQualifications
  • Bachelorof Science (B.S.) Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college/university.
  • P.E.preferred, not required.
  • Abilityto work with others in a cooperative team environment.
  • Generalknowledge of Creo or SOLIDWORKS is highly preferred.
  • Strongproblem-solving capabilities.
  • Positiveattitude and excellent work ethic.

AdditionalRequirements
Allcandidates must be able to pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, andbackground investigation.
Highawareness of safe working practices and procedures.
JobType & Compensation:
Full-time,salaried, exempt.
Annualsalary range based on experience and skill level.
AVANTechLLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.