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POSITION SUMMARY Nusano has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer at our West Valley City, Utah, facility. This Mechanical Engineer will be part of our Mechanical Engineering team and will help complete the design and build-out of our particle accelerator-based radioisotope production facility. To execute this project, we are looking to add talented people to the team who are mission-driven, provide diverse perspectives, and have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of pursuits. This role provides an opportunity to work in both the design and “boots-on-the-ground” realms. Expect to work in a fast-paced environment where flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing needs are essential. RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT YOU’LL DO - Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams of physicists, chemists, engineers, and technical support staff to develop and finalize designs for complex new devices - Translate concepts into detailed engineering drawings, perform design analyses, identify potential problems, and independently or collaboratively develop solutions - Manage all aspects of component fabrication, including components that consist of multiple complex pieces - Install, test, commission, and provide lifecycle support for custom equipment - Author and maintain procedures and documentation that support the equipment and the stakeholders responsible for its operation - Develop test plans and participate in testing to qualify and evaluate equipment performance - Present project results and designs and respond to questions regarding engineering design and equipment operation - Work effectively and cooperatively within a team environment - Once equipment is operational, serve as a subject matter expert and assist with troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades - Give and receive direction and communicate effectively across all teams within the organization - Continuously strive for the highest level of performance - Maintain a personal safety mindset at the forefront of all work QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field - Five or more years of related professional work experience - Aptitude for assembly work, on-the-fly modifications, and guiding a group of technicians in completing similar work - Two or more years of experience with SolidWorks CAD modeling - Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace - Demonstrated analytical thinking and the ability to learn quickly PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS - Professional Engineer license, master’s degree, or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field - Experience designing for and working within radiation environments - Experience with manufacturing processes, including welding, brazing, machining, and assembly, as well as distributed systems such as water and gas systems - Experience with some or all of the following: kinematics, linear motion stages, robotics, linkages, mechanism design, pneumatics, metrology, precision measurement, inspection, and fine alignment - Working knowledge of high-vacuum systems - Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) in accordance with ASME standards - Experience working within a quality program and adhering to quality standards PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Work will be conducted in both an office environment and on assembly and production floors - Must be able to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds - Must be able to sit for extended periods - Must be comfortable working as a radiation worker - Frequent computer use requiring repetitive keyboard and mouse operation and manual dexterity - Ability to perform hands-on assembly work - Ability to travel occasionally for site visits, vendor meetings, and conferences ABOUT NUSANO Nusano is a privately held physics company working to stabilize supply chains, advance