Mechanical Designer (3918)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Mechanical Designer (3918) in Oak Ridge, TN. 

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense. 

Position Summary 

The Mechanical Designer will develop detailed mechanical design models, drawings, and fabrication-ready documentation for custom equipment and high-temperature process systems. This role requires strong SolidWorks capability, practical design-for-manufacturability experience, and the ability to work closely with engineers, fabricators, and project teams to convert technical concepts into buildable designs. 

Responsibilities 

• Create and maintain detailed SolidWorks models, assemblies, drawings, bills of material, and fabrication documentation for custom mechanical equipment. 

• Apply design-for-manufacturability principles to support practical fabrication, inspection, assembly, installation, operation, an