Mechanical Project Designer - Mission Critical

Responsibilities

• Develop drawings and/or 3D models on multi‑disciplined design projects while guiding junior‑level designers.
• Design mechanical systems and specialty equipment, investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of mechanical design issues.
• Utilize 2D and 3D CAD modeling software tools to generate complete design packages.
• Act as the Mechanical design team lead in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated design model.
• Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design package.
• Independently plan and execute design deliverables, including:
  • Representations of machine components or assemblies with external and internal details.
  • Auxiliary equipment panel layout and design involving pneumatic and/or fluid interfacing components, tubing, fittings, supports, and piping.
  • General arrangement (GA) drawings.
  • Piping isometrics, piping composites, and pipe support drawings.
  • Equipment location drawings.
• Perform reviews, conduct walkdowns, gather information of existing facilities, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
• Mentor less‑experienced designers and drafters, sharing knowledge through Sargent & Lundy’s “Communities of Practice.”

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship (dual citizenship with another country does not qualify).
• 2‑year Associate’s (AA) degree, CAD certificate, or equivalent technical/trade school degree.
• 15 + years progressive, responsible, detailed physical design experience in mechanical equipment, general arrangements, piping systems, HVAC, or other specialty equipment.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD tools (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar) to produce drawings and models.
• Experience reviewing mechanical equipment outlines and interface points, and coordinating associated deliverables.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others and communicating effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
• Experience in a nuclear environment (DOE preferred, commercial, military, or related) is highly valued.

Valued But Not Required Skills and Experience

• BIM modeling using Autodesk Revit or equivalent.
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience.

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve work processes and deliver high‑quality outcomes. Employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering, design activities, workflow improvement, or related tasks. Candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and applying emerging technologies are encouraged to apply. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but not required unless specifically identified elsewhere.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plans: medical, dental, vision.
• Life & accident insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and back‑up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Pre‑tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program and tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Employee discount program and corporate charitable giving program.
• Paid annual personal/sick time, vacation, holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Compensation Range

$94,247 – $143,989 (base salary or hourly rate, plus comprehensive benefits and eligibility for discretionary bonus).