Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Nuclear

About the role

Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, this position offers the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model. Assignments include the design of mechanical/structural systems and investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical and structural design issues.

Responsibilities

• Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical and structural related design drawings
• Act as the Mechanical/Structural Responsible Designer in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model
• Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design
• Independently plan and execute design deliverables, such as general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings
• Conduct field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers

Qualifications

Essential Skills And Experience

• An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 4+ years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
• 10 or more years of detailed physical design experience in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports
• 5 or more years of experience in the nuclear power industry
• Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
• Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process

Valued But Not Required Experience

• Proficiency with MicroStation

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Pay

$77,890 – $118,999

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule requiring in-office work 3 days per week.

About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions.