Manufacturing Engineer

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Manufacturing Engineer opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN.

Manufacturing Engineer – Advanced Mechanical Systems

Position 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 (preferred) or ability to obtain and maintain a 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:

Edgewater 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

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater's experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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