Mechanical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy, L.L.C.•Chicago, IL

49d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week. This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering You will be preparing calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews, and will additionally conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection in response to project needs While supporting project teams with other Mechanical Engineers, you will be involved in system engineering, including the design, modification, and analysis of power plant mechanical systems There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for meetings and field verification of designs

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, with a strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and thermal systems
A minimum of 3 years of experience
Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to a project design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, fabrication drawings, and models
Assignments require the preparation of calculations and reports, and excellent technical report writing skills are essential
Strong interest in numerical computations and problem solving
Proficiency with MS Office applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training
Experience in writing and providing support documentation for Mechanical Engineering calculations
Coursework in the following: Power engineering Turbomachinery Energy conversion

Responsibilities

Preparing calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews
Conducting equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection in response to project needs
Involvement in system engineering, including the design, modification, and analysis of power plant mechanical systems
Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for meetings and field verification of designs