Sargent & Lundy

Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Mission Critical

Sargent & Lundy • $77K — $118K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen; dual citizenship with another country does not qualify.
  • Ability to obtain U.S. Government security clearance.
  • Associate's Degree in drafting or equivalent technical experience with 1+ years of drafting coursework.
  • Ten or more years of relevant experience in mechanical design.
  • Proficiency in design software like AutoCAD, Inventor, or SolidWorks for 2D and 3D modeling.
  • Experience in reviewing mechanical equipment and coordinating deliverables.
  • Strong communication skills to interface with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Develop drawings and 3D models under the Mechanical Project Lead's direction.
  • Design mechanical systems and specialty equipment, troubleshooting various mechanical issues.
  • Utilize CAD software to create comprehensive design packages.
  • Support coordination of detailed design phases for integrated design models.
  • Guide junior designers and project team members to ensure timely design completion.
  • Independently plan and execute design deliverables, including machine components and piping layouts.
  • Conduct facility reviews and present findings to clients and peers.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being.
  • Opportunities for career development through peer-learning and mentorship.
  • Engagement in meaningful projects related to environmental cleanup and nuclear safety.
  • Access to advanced technology and tools to enhance work efficiency.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
  • Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, you will be responsible for developing drawings and/or 3D models, while working on multi-disciplined design projects, and guiding junior-level designers
  • You will work on challenging assignments that include the design of Mechanical systems, specialty equipment, investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical design issues
  • Utilize 2D and 3D CAD modeling software tools to generate design packages
  • Support coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated design model
  • Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design package
  • Independently plan and execute design deliverables, such as:
    • Representations of machine components or machine assemblies, including external and internal details of the assembled components
    • Auxiliary equipment panel layout and design involving pneumatic and / or fluid interfacing components, interconnecting tubing, fittings and supports, piping, fittings and supports, etc.
    • General arrangements (GAs) drawings
    • Piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings
    • Equipment location drawings
  • Perform reviews, conduct walkdowns and gather information of existing facilities, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers
  • Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced designers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice”
  • Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less-experienced designers and drafters
Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.

 

Essential skills and experience: 

  • Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance
  • An 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 experience
  • Proficiency with design software tools such as AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar, to produce 2D and 3D drawings and models
  • Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables
  • Ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • BIM modeling using Autodesk products (Revit) or equivalent
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience
Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Compensation Range$77,890 - $118,999 Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus. About This Business Unit

Sargent & Lundy’s Government Services Division provides cutting-edge engineering design and consulting support to the management and operating contractors for US Department of Energy (DOE) sites and national laboratories. Specifically, we support the DOE Environmental Management Directorate as well as the National Nuclear Security Administration laboratories and sites. What does this mean? You can be a part of multi-discipline design teams supporting projects cleaning up the environmental damage associated with the legacy nuclear weapons production complex and/or preserving our country’s nuclear deterrent. Sargent & Lundy’s personnel design facilities, systems, and equipment that treat, store, and dispose of nuclear waste as well as systems that safely handle and process nuclear material. This mission-critical work is meaningful and challenging – work you can be proud of.

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
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