Aurora Technical Systems

Design Analysis & CAD (DAC) Project Engineer

Job Title: Design Analysis & CAD (DAC) Project Engineer

Work Location: onsite at PPPL (Shift and weekend work possible)

The Engineer is expected to be matrixed from DAC Division of Engineering Department to primarily support NSTX-U Recovery Project. Daily, receiving technical direction from NSTX-U Recovery Associate Project Manager. The Individual will be directed to provide engineering oversight and support for the safe execution and completion of the assigned work in accordance with approved designs and PPPL policies, programs and procedures including Engineering Department design change control requirements.

Core Duties

• Review and approves modification implementation documents (e.g., installation and test procedures, travelers and job hazards analyses)
• Leads procedure walk-throughs and pre-job briefings.
• Oversees installation of NSTX-U modifications and through direct observation and ensures that 1) JHA and safety rules are being followed, 2) modifications are being installed in accordance with procedures, drawings and specifications, and 3) work is progressing on schedule.
• Identifies and takes or prompts timely action to correct adverse safety, quality and performance observations.
• Interfaces and coordinates with support organizations (e.g., engineering, QA/QC, ESH, PPPL and external fabrication shops).
• Provides recommended NRC dispositions.
• Reviews and approves design changes.
• Reviews and approves post-modification inspections and tests.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: BS degree in Mechanical Engineering (advanced degree preferred).
• Experience: 10+ years planning, coordinating, and assisting with installations and modifications in industrial applications (required). 3 years of experience in construction, operations, maintenance, outages at commercial nuclear power plants, DOE national laboratories, or equivalent highly regulated environments (preferred).
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Competency in AutoCAD, CREO software, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Location: Work on the PPPL campus, full time Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory.
• Certifications: OSHA 30‑hour Construction Safety desirable.
• Physical Requirements: No medical restrictions on performing physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds; no restrictions working near static magnetic fields; capable of climbing ladders and working at heights from scaffolding, platforms and powered aerial lifts.
• Accommodation: The Laboratory will provide reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities as required.