Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Analysis Engineer

$130,000 - $150,000 + Progression to Technical Lead + Full Benefits (100% Coverage) + Sign-On Bonus ($20,000) + Relocation Package ($30,000)

Wilmington, NC (Commutable from: Leland, Hampstead, Rocky Point, Burgaw, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Southport)

Are you a Mechanical Analysis Engineer, FEA Engineer, or CFD Engineer looking to take technical ownership of high-impact work, with a clear route to becoming a Technical Lead and Subject Matter Expert in a fast-growing clean energy business?

On offer is a rare opportunity to join a specialist engineering team supporting advanced nuclear fuel technology, where your analysis will directly influence design decisions, resolve technical issues, and improve equipment performance as the company continues to scale year-on-year.

This organization is commercializing an advanced, laser-based enrichment process and is known for tackling complex engineering challenges. Due to continued growth they are now looking to add a senior-level analysis specialist to strengthen their capability and help set best practices.

In this role you will perform and guide linear and nonlinear structural FEA, thermal and thermo-mechanical analysis, and CFD for gas and vacuum systems (including compressible flow and heat transfer). You will define assumptions and boundary conditions, validate models using test/operating data, complete first-principles/hand calculations to verify results, and document recommendations in engineering reports.

This role would suit a analysis engineer with strong FEA and CFD experience, looking for technical recognition, influence across a multidisciplinary team, and a genuine path toward Technical Lead / SME status.

The Role:

• Perform and guide structural, thermal, and multiphysics analysis to support engineering decisions
• Run linear/nonlinear FEA (stress/strain), thermal and thermo-mechanical analysis
• Deliver CFD analysis for gas and vacuum systems (compressible flow and heat transfer)
• Validate and troubleshoot models using test data; produce clear engineering reports and recommendations

The Person:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline)
• Strong experience in engineering analysis including FEA and CFD, with solid fundamentals (solid mechanics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics)
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance and nuclear site access

Reference Number: BBBH281100

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Edward Harris at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

• We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.