Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Nuclear Power

Sargent & Lundy•District of Columbia, DC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with three days in the office and two days remote. Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, this position involves working with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams to develop mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model. The role includes challenging assignments such as designing mechanical systems, investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical design issues. You will utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics, act as the Mechanical design team lead in coordinating detailed design phases for an integrated mechanical design model, and coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members. Responsibilities include independently planning and executing design deliverables like general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings. There may be opportunities for field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities. The role also involves mentoring less experienced drafters and designers.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
Ten or more years of detailed physical design experience in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports
Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables
Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with MicroStation
Demonstrate an 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

Responsibilities

Develop mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model
Design mechanical systems
Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve mechanical design issues
Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics
Act as the Mechanical design team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model
Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members
Independently plan and execute design deliverables, such as general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings
Conduct field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities
Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers