Mechanical Design Engineers-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit • Oak Ridge, TN

11d • $125,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of a new, emerging nuclear market? Our nuclear safety culture is strong at Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. We are seeking experienced Mechanical Design Engineers to join our team. At Kiewit, we are an innovative team of engineers and designers that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit’s module fabrication and construction teams to approach construction-driven engineering with a focus on safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s legacy of excellence. In an ever-changing job market, we offer a rare opportunity to be a part of a stable company with a proven history of success. Your role will be essential to our operations, ensuring that your contributions are valued and impactful within Kiewit Nuclear Solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• 7–10+ years in commercial or DOE nuclear design.
• Proficient in ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel and piping codes.
• Skilled in engineering design principles (e.g., GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, interference checks).
• Experienced in equipment design and procurement using pertinent industry codes.
• Familiar with creating PFDs, P&IDs, and general arrangement drawings for equipment packages.
• Proven ability to work with engineers and fabricators to develop designs and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

• FE/EIT recommended; PE license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out integrated engineering processes to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Author and review designs, specifications, analyses, and drawings in line with engineering standards.
• Create and assess concept drawings for equipment using multidisciplinary input.
• Identify, define, and resolve issues within assigned scope.
• Ensure compliance with strict quality assurance standards and timely project delivery.
• Occasional travel required (less than 20%)

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level