Civil/Structural Designer - Nuclear

About the role

Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking a Civil/Structural Designer to join our nuclear services team. This role plays a critical role in the engineering and design processes for commercial nuclear power generation.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply engineering design principles to create drawing deliverables in support of design packages
• Drive assigned projects to completion
• Perform self-checks to minimize rework
• Travel to client facilities for the purpose of gathering field information and participating in design review meetings/other as required
• Be responsible for working with other engineers and designers to provide input to design change packages for modifications at operating nuclear plants and other associated nuclear facilities
• Perform a broad range of Civil/Structural design activities to support development of design change documentation

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School diploma, Associate degree (preferred)
• 4+ years of experience working with operating nuclear (DOE or commercial) clients and vendors (preferred)
• Ability to obtain unescorted access at an operating or construction nuclear plant (required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• AutoCAD and 3D modeling experience using Inventor or Solidworks (required)

Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively in a team environment
• Able to work on high performance teams
• Possess design engineering experience associated with commercial nuclear sites
• Able to interpret codes and regulations, and standard practices
• Able to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues within a nuclear power plant environment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with customers and internal team members under a matrixed organization
• Familiarity with general arrangement, equipment, structural, and mechanical drawings

Skills

• Strong understanding of engineering design principles
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D modeling software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Inclusive and meaningful career opportunities
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Exceptional benefits package

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office, typically Tuesday through Thursday, with the ability to work from home the remaining workdays. Candidates must be able to travel to plant sites when needed (approx. 6-8 days/month with ability to support longer durations).