Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas or ability to obtain it.
Experience in mechanical engineering for nuclear or major industrial facilities.
Proven track record from design to commissioning of mechanical systems.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
Strong problem-solving skills and understanding of engineering quality requirements.
Responsibilities
Lead design and integration of mechanical plant systems.
Prepare and review engineering calculations and specifications.
Coordinate mechanical interfaces with various engineering teams.
Support equipment selection and installation processes.
Collaborate with construction teams to resolve technical issues.
Review designs for safety and efficiency.
Provide oversight during installation and testing.
Benefits
Full-time position with opportunities for equity and bonuses.
Work in a dynamic and fast-paced project environment.
Engage in cutting-edge nuclear engineering projects.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and industry experts.
Contribute to innovative modular plant design approaches.
Full Job Description
Mechanical Engineer - PE | Nuclear Plant & Construction Location: Austin, Texas Employment type: Full-time Compensation: $150,000-$200,000 base salary, plus equity and any applicable bonus
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support the design, specification and integration of mechanical plant systems and equipment.
Prepare and review engineering calculations, equipment specifications, technical drawings and design documentation.
Coordinate mechanical interfaces with civil, structural, electrical, piping, controls and process engineering teams.
Support equipment selection, procurement, fabrication, installation, inspection and commissioning.
Work directly with construction teams, contractors, fabricators and vendors to resolve technical issues and maintain delivery schedules.
Review designs for constructability, maintainability, reliability, safety and manufacturing efficiency.
Provide engineering oversight and technical input during installation, testing and commissioning.
Ensure designs and engineering deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, project requirements and nuclear quality requirements.
Identify design risks, resolve field engineering issues and support corrective actions throughout project delivery.
Contribute to standardised engineering processes and design-for-manufacture approaches for modular plant systems.
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) licence in Texas, or the ability to obtain Texas licensure within an agreed timeframe, subject to client approval.
Experience in mechanical engineering for nuclear, power generation, energy or major industrial facilities.
Demonstrable experience taking mechanical systems or equipment from engineering design through construction, installation or commissioning.
Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, calculations, equipment specifications and technical documentation.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams, construction contractors and equipment vendors.
Strong understanding of constructability, technical problem-solving and engineering quality requirements.
Ability to work independently, take ownership of deliverables and operate effectively in a fast-moving project environment.
Preferred Experience
Direct nuclear power plant, nuclear new-build or advanced reactor project experience.
Familiarity with applicable ASME codes, nuclear quality assurance requirements and relevant industry standards.
Experience with piping systems, pressure equipment, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, rotating equipment or balance-of-plant systems.
Experience with EPC delivery, construction sites, commissioning or first-of-a-kind engineering programmes.
Exposure to modular plant design, factory fabrication and design-for-manufacture principles.
