Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a
Manufacturing Engineer opportunity in
Oak Ridge, TN.
Manufacturing Engineer - Advanced Mechanical SystemsPosition Summary:The Manufacturing Engineer will provide technical support for the development, qualification, and production of precision mechanical systems within a nuclear program environment. The engineer will ensure that manufacturing processes, equipment, and documentation meet applicable regulatory, quality, and safety requirements. This role requires strong analytical capabilities combined with practical problem-solving skills to address complex engineering challenges.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Develop, validate, and improve manufacturing processes for high-reliability mechanical assemblies.
- Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and specialized equipment to support production.
- Investigate and resolve technical issues using structured root-cause and corrective-action methodologies.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to transition designs into compliant, scalable production workflows.
- Prepare and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and technical reports.
- Support pilot builds, qualification activities, and continuous improvement of production operations.
- Ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards, safety requirements, and configuration control practices.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.
- 5 to 15+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or process engineering involving precision mechanical components.
- Proficiency with CAD tools and engineering documentation standards.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues in a production environment.
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC) and corrective-action methodologies.
- Experience working in regulated or safety-critical industries.
- Strong hands-on aptitude for developing practical solutions to mechanical and process challenges.
- Ability to design, modify, or adapt tools and equipment to meet unique production requirements.
- Demonstrated resourcefulness, initiative, and independent technical judgment.
Other Job Requirements: - United States Citizenship
- Active Q Clearance
If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careersEdgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!