Engineer I Mechanical

Zachry Group•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Working alongside experienced engineers, the Mechanical Engineer I contributes to engineering design, technical analysis, field support, and project execution while developing skills for a career in the energy industry. The role supports engineering and design activities for plant upgrades, modifications, and modernization projects, including mechanical systems such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, piping systems, pressure vessels, HVAC and ventilation systems, turbines, and auxiliary equipment. The position includes performing thermal, hydraulic, flow, and pressure-drop calculations; preparing engineering documentation, specifications, and design packages; and supporting equipment installation, testing, troubleshooting, and startup. The engineer also participates in plant walkdowns and field assessments and collaborates with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, and field personnel to identify opportunities to improve plant safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance. The role may require travel to client and project sites, work in industrial environments, climbing ladders and accessing elevated work areas, and working in secure nuclear facilities. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities and pass required security screenings and drug testing. Overtime may be required by project schedules. Certain positions may involve access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws; compliance with applicable regulations will be considered during hiring.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
0–2 years of engineering experience; relevant experience may be gained through internships, co-ops, capstone projects, or coursework.
Basic knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
Basic knowledge of pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and piping systems.
Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment design and selection.
Basic knowledge of engineering calculations and analysis.
Basic knowledge of HVAC and industrial mechanical systems.
Basic knowledge of ASME, ANSI, and other applicable engineering standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in team environments.
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities and pass required security screenings and drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Internship or industry experience supporting power generation, industrial, or energy projects.
Nuclear industry experience.
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed.
EIT certification preferred.
Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Mathcad, ANSYS, AutoPIPE, or CAESAR II.

Responsibilities

Support engineering and design activities for plant upgrades, modifications, and modernization projects.
Assist with engineering studies, calculations, and technical evaluations.
Support the design and analysis of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, heat exchangers, piping systems, pressure vessels, HVAC and ventilation systems, turbines, and auxiliary equipment.
Perform thermal, hydraulic, flow, and pressure-drop calculations.
Prepare engineering documentation, specifications, and design packages.
Support equipment installation, testing, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
Participate in plant walkdowns and field assessments.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, and field personnel.
Identify opportunities to improve plant safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance.