Mechanical Designer 3 - Nuclear Power

Sargent & Lundy•Reston, VA

About The Position

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. Shape the future of global energy with us!

Requirements

Experience with SmartPlant S3D modeling software including the following: Understanding of the integration aspects of SPID, SPF and S3D, Clash detection resolution, Discrepancy checks between deliverables, Interface with SmartPlant Administrators in the development of mechanical deliverable templates and catalogs, Drawing Presentation Rules Set Up, Plant model data management
Minimum three years of detailed design experience in the development of mechanical plant design drawings; piping, pipe supports and equipment layout
Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
Experience in the review of project deliverables and drawing requirements
Experience in the review of vendor drawings and interface points
Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the plant design process.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with MicroStation and AutoCAD
Microsoft Office tools
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing mechanical general arrangement, piping isometric, pipe support, and mechanical equipment layout drawings in a 3-D model
Utilize Hexagon’s SmartPlant S3D modeling software and SPF database to generate mechanical design deliverables, BOMs, and commodity lists
Understand and interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams developed using SPID and create physical design consistent with the engineering requirements
Act as the mechanical design team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model
Resolve clashes and discrepancies in the 3D model and report status
Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design
Independently plan and execute design of mechanical deliverables
Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers