Mechanical Design Engineer - Senior & Principal

About the role

Become a part of ENERCON as a Mechanical Design Engineer. We are seeking talented Mechanical Engineers to join our Nuclear Design Group. Our Mechanical Engineer career path has many options. You can bring your experience to our senior roles or principal engineer position where you'll lead and mentor others. We continually invest in our employees and provide training and tools for advancement, development, and career progression—whether you prefer a path to become a subject matter or technical expert, a people leader, a project manager, or a leader in business development.

Full-time roles are available in the following locations: Glendale, AZ; San Luis Obispo, CA; Kennewick, WA; Chattanooga, TN; Kennesaw, GA (Suburb of Atlanta); Naperville, IL (Suburb of Chicago); Overland Park, KS; Ft Worth, TX; Baton Rouge, LA; Charlotte, NC; Huntsville, AL; Oak Ridge, TN; Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Birmingham, AL; Aiken, SC; King of Prussia, PA. Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Approximate travel of 10% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of projects ranging from major power plant modifications to smaller design initiatives
• Work as part of a multi-discipline engineering team on cooling water systems, including pumps, motors, control systems, piping, and heat exchangers for existing or new power plants
• Lead valve replacement projects, evaluate equipment options, and prepare technical reports such as corrosion studies or evaluations of equipment options
• Deliver High-Quality Engineering Documents: Prepare accurate and error-free drawings, sketches, calculations, and analyses that meet industry codes, standards, and regulations, ensuring client needs are met with precision
• Adhere to Standards: Develop engineering documents in alignment with client, ENERCON, and regulatory requirements while following established procedures, processes, and project directives
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep knowledge sharp and current with industry codes, standards, safety culture principles, and advanced design techniques tailored to the nuclear sector
• Commit to Excellence: Produce engineering deliverables that meet stringent quality assurance standards, aligning with project scopes and exceeding client expectations
• Build Lasting Client Relationships: Establish trust and rapport with clients through clear communication, professional interactions, and the delivery of exceptional engineering solutions
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with other teams to ensure designs are comprehensive, integrated, and consider the needs of all disciplines involved
• Be Hands-On in the Field: Travel to plant sites to connect with client personnel, conduct on-site walkdowns, and evaluate plant structures, systems, and components firsthand to inform project work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
• Senior Level: Minimum 6 years of experience with design of mechanical systems
• Principal: Minimum 10 years of experience with design of mechanical systems
• Experience in power generation, nuclear power, or government (DOE) projects directly or with an engineering/design consulting firm
• Good writing, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to be an individual contributor and work effectively in teams
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• US Citizenship required (due to Federal Contract Requirements)

Pay

Compensation range: USD $107,200.00 - USD $204,000.00 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, geographic location, and internal equity. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting.