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Looking for an exciting opportunity in the nuclear industry? Grow your career at Framatome! Framatome is a major international player in the nuclear energy market recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear fleet. The company designs, manufactures, and installs components and fuel for nuclear power plants and offers a full range of reactor services. With 14,000 employees worldwide, every day Framatome’s expertise helps its customers improve the safety and performance of their nuclear plants and achieve their economic and societal goals. Join the energy conversation with Framatome Inc. on Twitter: @FramatomeUS and Facebook: @FramatomeUS. Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (75.5%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%) and Assystem (5%). GROUP DESCRIPTION Component, Repair & Replacement (CR&R) is a highly responsive service organization that develops solutions for the challenges of the nuclear industry. We thrive on advancing existing technologies and developing new technologies to ensure the long-term, safe operation of an aging nuclear fleet. Our teams use mechanical, electrical, software, and computer design skills to create equipment to replace, remediate, and repair primary system reactor components. The CR&R Tooling Engineering Group works closely with our Field Operations, Component Engineering, and Analysis organizations to implement solutions for our utility customers. JOB DESCRIPTION Framatome is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Component Repair and Replacement (CR&R) Tooling and Equipment Engineering organization. The ideal candidate must have a desire to work on a fast paced product development team where our primary customer is the CR&R Field Operations group, who must successfully implement our products at customer sites. Typical applications are remote controlled machining, welding, Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), and surface improvement tools. We start with an identified customer need, develop a repair concept and follow it through fabrication, testing, and its final usage at a customer site. The successful candidate must be very hands-on and self-motivated with the ability to work independently in an environment comprised of mechanical and electro-mechanical engineers and technicians. The selected individual will design tooling parts and assemblies in 3D CAD and prepare production drawings. The selected individual will meet or establish design criteria for tooling required to operate in high radiation environments and/or underwater applications. The selected individual will design single and multi-axis manipulators, lifting devices, machine tools, welding tools, EDM tools, hardware modifications, and design of partial, full-scale mockup components. The selected individual will design hydraulic and pneumatic systems required to operate and control these specialized tools. The selected individual will also write the operating instructions and procedures related to their equipment, and train the labor that will use the equipment as well as deploy to site for the project. Required Skills Required Experience All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering completed by start date plus 0-2 years of relevant work experience. Candidates with an advanced degree and/or experience may be considered for a higher level position. Please attach a copy of your unofficial academic transcript as part of your application. Transcripts can be added in the Profile Attachments section (Step 5) of the online application. Must be proficient in CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and PLM (SmarTeam/Enovia preferred) Must have a demonstrated proficiency in machinery design Experience specifying electro-mechanical subcomponents Machining and welding experience Strong hands-on work skills for equipment/tooling assembly, checkout, testing, refurb/repair, and on-site application Proficient in using Microsoft® Word, Excel, and Project Strong interpersonal skills Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills The following requirements are desired and will be used to differentiate all candidates who apply for this position. Previous internship/co-op experience in field of study Knowledge of mechanical tools and experience performing maintenance and troubleshooting. Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic actuation systems. Experience with fabrication processes and additive manufacturing. Experience with inter-disciplinary design and collaboration combining mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronics, electrical, software, etc. Careful and methodical approach with good attention to detail Creativity and innovation Proven self-starter, able to work / think independently, and budget time across multiple tasks with a desire to see projects through to completion This opportunity is in Lynchburg, Virginia After work you will enjoy all that Central Virginia has to offer. From beautiful Smith Mountain Lake to the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains you can hike, mountain bike, snowboard and water ski to your hearts content. You'll avoid the traffic hassles of a major city, while being in driving distance to many of the major cities, beaches and attractions along the mid-Atlantic coast. Take in a minor league baseball game or one of the many festivals in the region. Our Young Generation Nuclear group hosts numerous social and professional development events that will allow you to quickly build relationships and advance your career. Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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