Junior Mechanical Engineer: Thermal Systems & Power

Sargent & Lundy; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical/Systems Engineer with a strong background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and turbomachinery to support power plant projects. You will produce calculations, specifications, and reports, and assist with system engineering and design of mechanical plant systems.

The role involves collaboration with project teams, potential site visits for design reviews and field verification, and opportunities to contribute to engineering solutions across client projects.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, General Engineering, or Systems Engineering with strong academic background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, power engineering, turbomachinery, thermal systems, and energy conversion.
• Knowledge of applying mechanical engineering principles to project design and technical plans.
• Experience with producing calculations, specifications, and technical reports for clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directly apply knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, and technical reports to support client recommendations.
• Conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluations, and selection for project needs.
• Support project teams with mechanical engineering, system engineering, and design 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

MS Office

Written/verbal communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering (BS/MS)

Chemical Engineering (BS/MS)

Nuclear Engineering (BS/MS)

Systems Engineering (BS/MS)

ABET-accredited program

Tools

None

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical/Systems Engineer with a strong background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and turbomachinery to support power plant projects. You will produce calculations, specifications, and reports, and assist with system engineering and design of mechanical plant systems.

The role involves collaboration with project teams, potential site visits for design reviews and field verification, and opportunities to contribute to engineering solutions across client projects.