Mechanical Engineer, P.E. with facility (e.g., piping/plumbing design, HVAC, facility utilities) and/or system (e.g., skids, pump systems, hydraulics/pneumatics) design experience to support complex nuclear and industrial projects. The ideal candidate will have experience developing piping system layouts, engineering deliverables, and design documentation in collaboration with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Location: Onsite and/or Hybrid in Oak Ridge, TN
Salary Range: Depending on Experience
Responsibilities:- Support system and mechanical engineering design activities for complex industrial and nuclear projects
- Prepare and review engineering deliverables including P&IDs, specifications, calculations (e.g., pipe stress, hydraulic, safety valve sizing, ventilation sizing), and equipment arrangements
- Develop piping and utility system designs supporting facility infrastructure, process support systems, and operations
- Coordinate with process, structural, electrical, and I&C engineering teams
- Perform piping and mechanical system field walkdowns and support design verification activities
- Assist with piping system evaluations, equipment selection, and design modifications
- Support project planning, procurement, construction, startup, testing, and commissioning activities as needed
- Participate in design reviews and resolution of technical issues
- Interface with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and project teams as needed
- Ensure designs comply with applicable industry codes, standards, safety requirements, and client specifications
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
- 9+ years of relevant experience
- Experience supporting piping and mechanical system design for industrial, manufacturing, energy, chemical, or nuclear facilities
- Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, piping layouts, and mechanical design documentation
- Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
- Experience supporting DOE, NNSA, Naval Reactors, or commercial nuclear projects preferred
- Experience with 3D modeling or CAD tools such as AutoCAD Plant 3D, CADWorx, SolidWorks, CREO, or similar software preferred
- Experience with analytical software preferred (e.g., pipe stress analysis, hydraulic analysis, MathCAD, MatLab, etc.)
- US Citizenship required
- Must have the ability to acquire a security clearance
- PE License preferred
Additional Skills:- Excellent customer service and communications skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to deal with conflicts and stressful situations.
- Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint.
Benefits:All eligible employees enjoy an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, short/long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off including holidays, and tuition reimbursement.
