Mechanical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Chattanooga, TN
•$74,353 - $113,595•Hybrid

About The Position

This position offers the opportunity to apply knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering. The role involves preparing calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews. Additionally, the engineer will conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection in response to project needs. Supporting project teams with other Mechanical Engineers, the role includes system engineering, encompassing the design, modification, and analysis of power plant mechanical systems. There is potential for travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for meetings and field verification of designs. This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Requirements

  • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Systems Engineering, or General Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • 3 or more years of experience in the power industry.
  • Assignments require the preparation of calculations and reports.
  • Excellent technical report writing skills are essential.
  • Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to a project design.
  • Strong interest in numerical computations and problem solving.
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Nice To Haves

  • Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role.
  • 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

  • Apply knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering.
  • Prepare calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews.
  • Conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection in response to project needs.
  • Engage in system engineering, including the design, modification, and analysis of power plant mechanical systems.
  • Potentially travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for meetings and field verification of designs.

Benefits

  • 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
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