Sargent & Lundy

Senior Mechanical Designer 1 (SmartPlant) - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy$77K — $118K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years experience in mechanical plant design including piping and equipment layout
  • Proficient in SmartPlant S3D, including clash detection and data management
  • Ability to review project and vendor drawings for compliance
  • Strong communication skills to interface with multidisciplinary teams
  • Experienced in mentoring less experienced designers

Responsibilities

  • Develop mechanical design deliverables using SmartPlant S3D
  • Lead coordination of detailed mechanical design phases
  • Resolve clashes in the 3D model and report on status
  • Guide project team members to meet design deadlines
  • Independently create mechanical deliverables as per engineering requirements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
  • Tuition assistance program for professional development
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and holidays
Full Job Description
Description
  • Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing mechanical general arrangement, piping isometric, pipe support, and mechanical equipment layout drawings in a 3-D model
  • Utilize Hexagon’s SmartPlant S3D modeling software and SPF database to generate mechanical design deliverables, BOMs, and commodity lists
  • Understand and interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams developed using SPID and create physical design consistent with the engineering requirements
  • Act as the mechanical design team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model
  • Resolve clashes and discrepancies in the 3D model and report status
  • Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design
  • Independently plan and execute design of mechanical deliverables
  • Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

 

Essential skills and experience:

  • Experience with SmartPlant S3D modeling software including the following:
    • Understanding of the integration aspects of SPID, SPF and S3D
    • Clash detection resolution
    • Discrepancy checks between deliverables
    • Interface with SmartPlant Administrators in the development of mechanical deliverable templates and catalogs
    • Drawing Presentation Rules Set Up
    • Plant model data management
  • 10 or more years of detailed design experience in the development of mechanical plant design drawings; piping, pipe supports and equipment layout
  • Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
  • Experience in the review of project deliverables and drawing requirements
  • Experience in the review of vendor drawings and interface points
  • Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the plant design process.

Valued but not required experience:

  • Proficiency with MicroStation and AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Office tools
Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

 

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance
  • Health Plans: 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
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

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

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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