Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Nuclear Power

Sargent & Lundy•Metairie, LA

11d•$77,890 - $118,999•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Mechanical Designer will work under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead with multidisciplinary engineering and design project teams to develop mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model. The position involves designing mechanical systems and investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving a wide variety of mechanical design issues. The work schedule is hybrid, combining time in the office with remote work from home. There may also be opportunities to conduct field walkdowns and gather data at client facilities. The designer will lead coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model, provide guidance to designers and project team members, and independently plan and execute design deliverables. The role also includes mentoring less experienced drafters and designers. Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group works on nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, including existing plant life extensions and digital modernization, advanced reactor technologies, and new-build projects. The company describes its work as supporting clean, carbon-free energy and sustainability. The compensation range is $77,890–$118,999. Eligible positions include a base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package; employees may also be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus. The company does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in drafting, or a high school diploma plus at least one year of drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.
Ten or more years of detailed physical design experience developing mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports.
Proficiency with design software tools for executing 3D plant layout models.
Experience reviewing mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing associated deliverables.
Ability to interface with engineering and design teams from other disciplines in the power plant design process.
Work authorization sponsorship in the U.S. is not provided.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with MicroStation.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required.

Responsibilities

Work with multidisciplinary engineering and design project teams to develop mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model.
Design mechanical systems and investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical design issues.
Use 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics.
Lead coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model.
Coordinate and guide designers and project team members to ensure complete and timely design work.
Independently plan and execute design deliverables, including general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings.
Conduct field walkdowns and gather data at client facilities when opportunities arise.
Mentor less experienced drafters and designers.