Mechanical Engineering Manager (Heat Exchanger Design- Nuclear Power Plant) (Rockville)

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineering professional to lead design and delivery efforts for next-generation energy systems. This role focuses on driving high-quality engineering outcomes while guiding teams through complex design challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. What You’ll Be Doing Oversee mechanical design, analysis, and validation activities across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with engineering standards and program goals Lead and mentor a team responsible for designing critical components of advanced energy systems, supporting development through manufacturing and regulatory phases Allocate and optimize engineering resources across initiatives, ensuring the right expertise is applied to the right challenges Resolve technical conflicts by evaluating options and promoting constructive engineering discussions Drive design iteration cycles, aligning internal teams, partners, and suppliers to deliver on time and within budget Support team growth through coaching, performance management, and career development Contribute to shaping engineering processes, tools, and methodologies within your area Provide guidance on scope definition and effort estimation for upcoming work Collaborate within cross-functional teams to bring innovative power solutions to life Ensure proper documentation, design reviews, and configuration control throughout the engineering lifecycle What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) ~10+ years of engineering experience (advanced degrees may offset some experience) Strong background in at least one of the following: Mechanical or fluid system design End-to-end hardware development (design through testing) CAD and PLM tools such as NX, SolidWorks, Creo, Teamcenter, or Windchill Nice to Have Experience in heat exchangers or steam generator systems Exposure to thermal-fluid design, materials selection, and structural considerations in demanding environments Familiarity with ASME design standards and pressure systems Background in manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability Experience taking products from concept through production Professional Engineer (PE) certification Knowledge of failure analysis or reliability engineering