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Mechanical or Electrical Systems Engineer

Urenco USA·Eunice, New Mexico·Posted July 2026
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Mechanical or Electrical Systems Engineer supporting uranium enrichment operations at URENCO USA's facility in Eunice, NM — North America's only large-scale commercial enrichment plant. Role involves equipment performance analysis, design, troubleshooting, and engineering support across mechanical and electrical systems critical to enrichment operations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain knowledge of facility design and licensing basis in assigned area
  • Acquire and maintain required training and qualifications for assigned responsibilities
  • Conduct equipment performance monitoring and analysis to support production capacity goals
  • Develop technical problem resolutions per established procedures, vendor documents, Nonconformance Evaluations, Operability Determinations, and Quality Level determinations
  • Perform engineering analysis, calculations, and design development for facility programs and projects
  • Conduct field walk-downs and engineering observations throughout facility
  • Develop Plant Modification packages from design requirements or issue descriptions
  • Perform technical and quality reviews of engineering and technical products
  • Communicate and collaborate across organizations to resolve technical issues and implement engineering outputs
  • Apply industrial safety and radiological safety practices in all field and engineering activities
  • Maintain regulatory and schedule compliance for assigned tasks
  • Apply sound engineering judgment and professional rigor in all analyses

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Engineering Technology from ABET-accredited university; Controlled Access Area (CAA) access and L or Q level security clearance (required); basic engineering knowledge and problem-solving skills; understanding of engineering principles and problem-solving techniques.

Desired

Multiple experience levels: 0–2 years (Level 1), 2–4 years with improved technical skills and basic project management (Level 2), 4–7 years with advanced technical expertise and project management (Level 3), or 7+ years with expert technical knowledge and leadership capabilities (Senior Engineer).

Location

On-site in Eunice, NM. Professional work schedule with minimal night/weekend support; some nights and weekend work may be required with call-outs as needed. Up to 15% travel. Radiological exposure expected.

Job details

FieldEngineering
Salary$89k/yr
LocationEunice, New Mexico
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJul 2026

Security Clearance

DOE L ClearanceDOE Q Clearance

Skills & Tools

CAA AccessRadiological SafetyALARA

About the company

Urenco USA

Operator of the only commercial uranium enrichment facility in the US, the National Enrichment Facility in Eunice, New Mexico.

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