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NOTE: THIS IS A FULL-TIME POSITION BASED OUT OF OUR CORVALLIS, OR OFFICE.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) design engineering organization generates technical requirements and associated design parameters for the modular advanced light water reactor (ALWR) NSSS. Utilizing proven state-of-the-art methodologies, NSSS components are engineered to nuclear industry standards. The person in this position will learn how to and will perform a range of activities associated with the design, analysis, and manufacture of pressure vessels, related components, reactor vessel internals, and/or supports in accordance with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), Section III, and applicable regulatory requirements. All work within the NSSS Engineering design organization is completed under ASME NQA-1 quality assurance requirements and respective U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission guidelines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and review engineering specifications, reports, and other documentation that communicate the design and technical aspects of components, systems, and structures associated with the NSSS.
- Maintain and revise computer-aided design (CAD) models using Siemens NX and related engineering drawings in accordance with ASME Y14 standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with peers in different organizations and engage in the engineering change control process to ensure design decisions are well-communicated and well-understood.
- Review design work of other groups (within and without the NuScale organization) to gain and maintain an understanding of how components, systems, and structures will work together.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.
- Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
- Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
- Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
- Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
- Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
- Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
- Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
- Quality Assurance: Demonstrates understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1.
MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:
- Education: A minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, from a four year ABET accredited college or university is required. A registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is preferred.
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Experience: No formal full-time Engineering experience is required, however, demonstration of Engineering internships is preferred. Additional preferred experience is listed below:
- Use of the following software is strongly preferred: CAD (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS), Ansys Mechanical, normal office software (e.g., Microsoft Office products).
- Computer programming skills (e.g., Python, Matlab).
- Strong technical writing skills and good communication, computer, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional organization skills and the ability to manage complex projects with multiple work phases.
- Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
- Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
- The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.
Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.
NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.
Pay and Benefits:
The target pay range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000 annually. The full pay range is $71,000 - $107,000 annually.
At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.
For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page: Employee Benefits | NuScale Power
NOTE: THIS IS A FULL-TIME POSITION BASED OUT OF OUR CORVALLIS, OR OFFICE.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) design engineering organization generates technical requirements and associated design parameters for the modular advanced light water reactor (ALWR) NSSS. Utilizing proven state-of-the-art methodologies, NSSS components are engineered to nuclear industry standards. The person in this position will learn how to and will perform a range of activities associated with the design, analysis, and manufacture of pressure vessels, related components, reactor vessel internals, and/or supports in accordance with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), Section III, and applicable regulatory requirements. All work within the NSSS Engineering design organization is completed under ASME NQA-1 quality assurance requirements and respective U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission guidelines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and review engineering specifications, reports, and other documentation that communicate the design and technical aspects of components, systems, and structures associated with the NSSS.
- Maintain and revise computer-aided design (CAD) models using Siemens NX and related engineering drawings in accordance with ASME Y14 standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with peers in different organizations and engage in the engineering change control process to ensure design decisions are well-communicated and well-understood.
- Review design work of other groups (within and without the NuScale organization) to gain and maintain an understanding of how components, systems, and structures will work together.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.
- Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
- Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
- Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
- Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
- Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
- Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
- Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
- Quality Assurance: Demonstrates understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1.
MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:
- Education: A minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, from a four year ABET accredited college or university is required. A registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is preferred.
-
Experience: No formal full-time Engineering experience is required, however, demonstration of Engineering internships is preferred. Additional preferred experience is listed below:
- Use of the following software is strongly preferred: CAD (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS), Ansys Mechanical, normal office software (e.g., Microsoft Office products).
- Computer programming skills (e.g., Python, Matlab).
- Strong technical writing skills and good communication, computer, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional organization skills and the ability to manage complex projects with multiple work phases.
- Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
- Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
- The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.
Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.
NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.
Pay and Benefits:
The target pay range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000 annually. The full pay range is $71,000 - $107,000 annually.
At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.
For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page: Employee Benefits | NuScale Power
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in component design engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in CAD or EDA tools such as Cadence, Altium, or SolidWorks
- Experience with component selection, BOM management, and vendor qualification
- Familiarity with industry standards such as IPC, MIL-SPEC, or ISO 9001
- Ability to perform tolerance analysis, DFMEA, or design verification testing
- Strong documentation skills for design reviews, ECOs, and release processes
Tips for Your Component Design Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to design tools
List the specific CAD, EDA, or simulation tools you've used, such as Cadence, Altium, or ANSYS, in a dedicated skills section. Recruiters and ATS screening often filter on tool names before reading further, so don't bury them in job descriptions.
Show design intent in your portfolio
Include annotated schematics, BOM decisions, or tolerancing rationale alongside final drawings. Hiring managers want to see how you thought through a design, not just the finished part. Even two or three well-documented examples outperform a large gallery of uncaptioned files.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists component design engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by industry to target relevant openings
Component design engineer roles differ significantly across aerospace, medical devices, and consumer electronics. Search with the industry in mind because requirements, certifications, and tolerances vary enough that a resume optimized for one vertical may read as generic in another.
Prepare for design-review style interviews
Many component design engineer interviews ask you to walk through a past design decision live, often whiteboard-style. Practice explaining your component selection rationale, failure mode analysis, or tolerance stack-up choices out loud before you get on the call.
Negotiate around prototype and lab access
Beyond base compensation, ask specifically about access to lab equipment, prototyping budgets, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing. These factors affect your day-to-day effectiveness and are often negotiable at the offer stage, especially at smaller firms.
Component Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most component design engineers?
Workhorse, Rolls-Royce, and HRL Laboratories are hiring the most component design engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Michigan, California, and New Mexico, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially high in aerospace, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing segments.
How many component design engineer jobs are remote?
About 67% of component design engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by specialization. Roles focused on simulation, documentation, or early-stage concept design tend to offer more remote flexibility, while positions requiring lab access, prototype builds, or hardware testing are almost always on-site.
How do you become a component design engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering, then build hands-on experience with CAD or EDA tools through coursework, personal projects, or internships. Develop proficiency in component selection, tolerance analysis, and design documentation. Entry-level roles often focus on support and ECO work before you own full design cycles independently.
How do you get hired as a component design engineer with little experience?
Focus on roles with titles like junior component engineer, associate design engineer, or hardware engineering associate, which are structured for early-career candidates. Document any schematic, PCB layout, or CAD work from coursework or personal projects. Demonstrating that you understand design-for-manufacturing principles and can read datasheets critically matters more than years on a resume.
What does the component design engineer interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering fundamentals like tolerancing, component selection rationale, and failure analysis, and then a final round with the engineering team. Expect at least one exercise where you walk through a past design decision or critique a provided schematic. Some employers add a take-home design problem before the final stage.
Where can I find and apply to component design engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to component design engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization, experience level, and preferred industry, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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