Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer: Power & Thermal Systems

First Roles

United States

On-site

USD 63,000 - 91,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
401(k)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Tuition Assistance
Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in the United States is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering to client projects. You will size equipment, prepare calculations and reports, and support design reviews while traveling to client sites as needed.

Strong communication and ABET background are valued. This role offers diverse engineering challenges, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and career growth within a leader in nuclear and

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, General Engineering, or Systems Engineering with strong thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, power engineering, turbomachinery, thermal systems, and energy conversion interests.
  • Knowledge of applying mechanical engineering principles to project design and technical plans.
  • Familiarity with producing fabrication drawings and models.
  • Interest in numerical computations and problem solving.
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power engineering knowledge to client projects.
  • Prepare calculations, specifications, and technical reports to support recommendations and reviews.
  • Conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection for project needs.
  • Support project teams with mechanical design and system engineering of power plant mechanical systems.
  • Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and site verification as needed.

Skills

Thermodynamics
Heat transfer
Fluid mechanics
Power engineering
Turbomachinery
Thermal systems
Energy conversion
Numerical computations
MS Office
Communication skills

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
ABET-accredited program

Job description

Sargent & Lundy in the United States is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering to client projects. You will size equipment, prepare calculations and reports, and support design reviews while traveling to client sites as needed.

Strong communication and ABET background are valued. This role offers diverse engineering challenges, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and career growth within a leader in nuclear and

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