Mechanical Engineer

📍 Wilmington, NC | 🏢 Global Laser Enrichment (GLE)
🕒 Full-Time | On-Site
🔐 Q-Clearance Required or Eligible

At Global Laser Enrichment (GLE), innovation, precision, and safety are at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze, and support mechanical systems that enable advanced laser enrichment technology. This position plays a critical role in ensuring technical excellence, reliability, and compliance in a high-security, high-impact environment.

This opportunity is ideal for engineering professionals who thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary settings and are eager to contribute to a mission that supports U.S. energy and national security initiatives.

🌟 Why Join GLE?

• Contribute to groundbreaking nuclear technology with global significance.


• Collaborate with leading experts in engineering, science, and security.
  


• Work in a culture that values innovation, integrity, and teamwork.

🛠️ What You’ll Do

Design and Development

• Develop design specifications and conceptualize new mechanical systems.


• Collaborate with design engineers to complete detailed designs and drawings.


• Review existing systems and recommend improvements for performance and reliability.


• Prepare and verify engineering documentation, analyses, and calculations.

Analysis and Testing

• Perform engineering analyses including stress, strain, heat transfer, vibration, and thermal dynamics.


• Design and execute test procedures to validate components and assemblies.


• Apply first-principles and analytical methods to confirm expected performance.


• Conduct design and production readiness reviews to ensure project integrity.

Collaboration and Support

• Interface with project managers, technical teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.


• Partner with sourcing and manufacturing teams to support cost-reduction initiatives.


• Address emergent design or production issues in a timely and effective manner.


• Support procurement, documentation, and manufacturing processes.

Process and Productivity

• Develop and refine engineering procedures and productivity tools.


• Define technical scope, review outcomes, and assess project risks.


• Work closely with the Mechanical Engineering Manager to align on priorities, deliverables, and timelines.

What You’ll Bring

• U.S. Citizenship (required) — eligibility for NRC “Q” or DOE security clearance.


• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).


• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, GD&T, drafting practices, and CAD tools.


• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and produce well-documented analyses.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.


• Self-starter mindset with initiative and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DOE/NRC Q-clearance or DOD Top Secret clearance.


• Experience in the nuclear industry or other regulated environments.


• Familiarity with ANSYS, Comsol, or similar simulation software.


• Integration and test experience.


• Background in vibration analysis, FEA, and thermal systems.

🔐 Important Note

This role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Q-Clearance, as well as ongoing eligibility for access to controlled facilities.