Napakiak Environmental & Construction · 10 hours ago
Rotordynamics Engineer
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$148K/yr - $195K/yr
5+ years expNapakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) is a leading provider of information technology, technology development, and environmental and construction services. The Rotordynamics Development and Testing Engineer will spearhead engineering process innovation and rigorous testing activities to support the manufacturing of gas centrifuges for UF6 enrichment.
Construction
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Nicole Gaines, PHR, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Serve as the resident expert on rotordynamics, leveraging current methodologies and developing avant-garde techniques to optimize centrifuge manufacturing and design processes
Champion both experimental investigations and model-based simulations to resolve complex rotordynamics challenges, ensuring design robustness and operational efficiency
Architect and guide the construction of advanced test systems, encompassing state-of-the-art data acquisition, digital signal processing architectures, and high-speed signal analysis to capture critical performance metrics
Lead initiatives in dynamic testing for system balancing, utilizing a spectrum of techniques — from traditional influence coefficient methods to comprehensive experimental modal analysis and innovative hybrid approaches
Independently execute sophisticated engineering projects, making informed decisions that reflect a deep understanding of underlying principles and industry best practices
Prepare, document, and present both routine and in-depth engineering reports, ensuring clear communication of testing protocols, results, and recommendations to key stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with 10 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of targeted industry experience
Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: Rotordynamics and associated problem-solving techniques, Dynamic testing methodologies in high-speed systems, Advanced digital signal processing (DSP) methods, Software development using languages and tools such as Python, C++, MATLAB, etc., Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using platforms like ANSYS
Must be eligible to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
Preferred
Advanced degrees (Master of Science or higher) in Mechanical Engineering are highly desirable
Candidates with extensive hands-on experience in the field and a proven track record of leading complex engineering projects will be favored
Possession of an active DOE Q Clearance is an added advantage
Benefits
Company benefit programs
401-K
Company
Napakiak Environmental & Construction
NEC is an 8(a) small disadvantaged business, Alaskan Native Corporation providing technical and management solutions to the federal government; delivering best-value services and solutions based innovative and integrated applications of science, engineering, regulatory requirements' policy, management, and technology.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase