Mechanical Engineer I

at Kansas City National Security Campus in Overland Park, Kansas, United States

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer I role is an entry level position performing routine engineering functions on assigned projects or sub-projects of a general nature and limited scope by applying standard mathematical, physical science, and/or engineering technologies.   

• Assists in the design and/or project/process management projects, products, programs, components, tools and acceptance equipment under technical guidance Participates in establishing operating procedures on new products and components. 
• Supports the development of testing procedures and performs routine to moderately complex engineering evaluations.   
• Analyzes evaluation reports and discrepancies to make recommendations that improve productivity and quality to reduce flowtime. 
• Interacts as a team with design agencies, suppliers and/or internal organizations under the guidance from experienced Mechanical Engineers to assist in product realization.

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. 
• Ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management and is determined by the needs of the business 
• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited program in Engineering or Physics 
• United States Citizenship 
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job 
• Ability to obtain and maintain, if required for position, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations) 

• Previous relevant internship experience or equivalent preferred. 
• Demonstrates analytical skills, mathematical computations, computer software applications, and written documentation. 
• Demonstrates established technical methodologies to routine engineering projects. 
• Looks for opportunities to document improvements/innovations in approved processes.