Design & Support Engineer

About the Role

Precision Custom Components (PCC) is a leading manufacturer of custom-fabricated pressure vessels, reactors, casks, and heavy-walled components supporting highly regulated defense and industrial applications. PCC is seeking a Design & Support Engineer to develop and evaluate unique, first-of-their-kind designs that support machining, welding, assembly, testing, material handling, and facility operations.

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in complex, non-repeat design environments, understands manufacturability in heavy industrial settings, and is motivated to ensure designs are safe, structurally sound, compliant, and fully documented.

What You'll Do

• Design and support in-house machining, welding, assembly, testing, shipping, and material-handling fixtures
• Develop layouts and support plant modifications, new building construction, and manufacturing process improvements
• Perform design calculations, structural and thermal simulations, and prepare technical design reports
• Support compliance with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (Section III and Section VIII)
• Generate and review 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using GD&T standards
• Provide technical guidance and design support to manufacturing and engineering teams
• Review and check drawings, models, simulations, and calculations generated by others
• Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing methods, equipment, and workflows
• Act as a Load Test Examiner, supporting test setup, procedures, training, and execution
• Act as a Derivative Classifier, reviewing, classifying, and redacting controlled and classified technical documents
• Collaborate with Project Engineering, Quality, Weld Engineering, Materials, Suppliers, and Manufacturing
• Provide task estimates and support project planning efforts
• Mentor and train less experienced engineers as needed

Must-Have Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• FE / EIT certification (PE license required within 5 years of hire in Pennsylvania)
• 2+ years of experience in design, mechanical, structural, manufacturing, or industrial engineering
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles, drafting standards, and GD&T
• Proficiency in 3D modeling, assemblies, drawings, and simulations
• Experience with structural and thermal analysis
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and capable of holding a security clearance

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with ASME pressure vessel or nuclear-grade components
• Familiarity with heavy fabrication, welding, and machining environments
• Experience with carbon steel, stainless steel, plastics, and wood
• Exposure to HBMs, gantry mills, VBMs, or large-scale manufacturing equipment
• Prior experience supporting classified or defense-related programs

Who You Are

• A self-starter who thrives in complex, first-of-a-kind design challenges
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a high-accountability environment
• A collaborative engineer who works effectively across disciplines
• Confident communicating technical concepts verbally and in writing
• Motivated to improve manufacturing efficiency, safety, and quality

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 per year
• Work Location: On-site (In Person)
• Benefits: 401(k) matching, medical, dental, vision, PTO, flexible spending account, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, employee assistance program, referral program