Organization
Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider for decommissioning shutdown nuclear energy facilities, managing used nuclear fuel, conducting federal site clean-up and closure, and the sale of uranium, conversion, and enrichment services to the U.S. commercial and federal markets. In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212 (212Pb), a rare alpha-emitting radioisotope and one of the more potent therapeutic payloads against cancer cells. https://www.orano.group/usa
Join Orano – Shaping a Sustainable Future Together
Join Orano USA on Project IKE, a major new uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. As an HVAC Engineer, you’ll help design and install advanced heating, cooling, and ventilation systems that support critical operations in one of the most important clean energy projects in the country.
You’ll work with a skilled team to develop systems that meet strict safety and environmental standards, supporting everything from high-tech equipment to secure workspaces. This is a chance to grow your career, solve complex engineering challenges, and contribute to America’s energy future.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform HVAC system design and analysis for uranium enrichment facilities, focusing on reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Support design documentation including system flow diagrams, duct layouts, equipment specifications, load calculations, and control sequences under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Support review of EPC contractor deliverables to verify compliance with project requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations.
- Apply applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, DOE/NRC) in execution of assigned engineering tasks.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams — including process, mechanical, electrical, and nuclear safety engineers — to support integration of HVAC systems into facility design.
- Assist in reviewing vendor specifications, submittals, and shop drawings for technical accuracy.
- Participate in safety and reliability assessments including ventilation performance and confinement integrity evaluations.
- Conduct site visits, field assessments, and inspections to support design verification and construction activities.
- Contribute to testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of HVAC systems during project execution.
- Support project planning efforts including estimating, scheduling, and risk assessments as directed by senior engineers.
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position.
Required Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering
- 3-7 years of engineering experience
- PE license preferred
- MS may substitute for 1-2 years of experience
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of HVAC design principles and standards
- Experience with nuclear HVAC requirements
- Proficiency in HVAC calculation software
- Understanding of building automation systems
- Experience with quality assurance requirements
- Knowledge of energy efficiency and sustainability practices
- Familiarity with project management principles
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