Position Summary:

Nusano has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer at our Valencia, California facility. This Mechanical Engineer will work with the mechanical engineering team as a primary member of an agile multi-discipline project team responsible for the research & development of next generation plasma devices. To execute this project, we are looking to add talented people to the team who are mission-driven, who provide diverse perspectives, and who have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits. This role will be primarily responsible for taking ownership of projects from concept to operational deployment, driving CAD designs, fabrication drawings, assembly documentation, design reports, and ensuring devices meet engineering quality requirements. This role will also be the primary technical interface with selected fabricators and manufacturers, including on-site visits, progress inspections, and technical reviews.

What You'll Do:

• Take full ownership of projects from conception to operational deployment and beyond
• Collaborate with chemists, physicists, engineers, and technical support staff to develop designs for groundbreaking new devices requiring innovative solutions
• Generate CAD designs in accordance with best practices
• Create detailed fabrication and assembly drawings based on technical requirements.
• Work with vendors and internal resources to effectively execute projects
• Manage projects with efficient utilization of staff, schedule, and budget
• Develop test plans and participate in tests to qualify and evaluate the performance of equipment
• Provide oral and written reporting on project status to project and upper management stakeholders
• Perform with a safety mindset at the forefront of all work

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• Related professional work experience (7+ years)
• Proficient with FEA software, preferably ANSYS mechanical, to conduct structural/thermal analyses (2+ years)
• GD&T and P&ID proficiency within ASME Standards
• High level of experience designing for fabrication of machined components, weldments, and brazements
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical requirements, equipment specifications, engineering procedures, and regulatory guidance documents
• Ability to supervise and safely direct activities of small teams of technical personnel
• Ability to interact and communicate efficiently with researchers, scientists, engineers, designers, machinists, and engineering technicians to provide a high level of customer service
• Fully proficient with digital productivity tools (Microsoft Office products)
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and rapid learning

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineering (PE) licensure
• Fully proficient in SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM
• High or ultra-high vacuum system design 
• Substantial technical experience with advanced knowledge and judgment in any of the following areas:
• High voltage systems
• High power RF systems
• Precision kinematics, linear motion stages, linkages, pneumatics, motion, and mechanism design
• Design, installation, commissioning, and operation of precision scientific instrumentation
• Project management abilities defined as the ability to control scope, cost, and schedule
• Metrology, inspection, quality control, and test methods related to manufacturing
• Leadership experience

 Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, push, and/or pull a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Must be comfortable working in a facility that produces radiation.
• Work to be conducted in both an office environment and the production facility.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Frequent use of computer with repetitive use of keyboard, mouse, and manual dexterity.
• 2-8 weeks of travel per year for site visits, visiting vendors, and attending conferences

About Nusano:

At Nusano, we believe in the power of innovation to enhance lives and strengthen the communities we serve. We are more than a physics company; we are pioneers in the production of both medical and industrial isotopes. Our mission is to ensure that high-quality radioisotopes are readily available for critical applications, from cancer treatment to advancing space exploration, reducing nuclear waste, and enabling other groundbreaking innovations.

Our state-of-the-art facility in West Valley City, Utah will harness our proprietary ion source technology to produce isotopes efficiently and sustainably. We understand the urgent need for reliable access to these vital resources, and we are committed to leading the way in supply stability and innovation. We envision a future where no patient has to face treatment delays due to shortages, and where industries can thrive with dependable access to the materials they need.

At Nusano, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact, not only in healthcare but also in the broader community. We strive to empower our partners and customers, ensuring that together, we can build a healthier, more vibrant tomorrow for all.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Company-paid life insurance & AD&D coverage
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) option with company funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA)
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary benefits such as Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays