Lead Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear Power Upgrades

Zachry Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking an Engineer VI to lead engineering and design for power plant upgrades, modifications, and new generation projects. The role requires deep knowledge of nuclear systems, standards, and licensing, with autonomy to drive technical solutions and project execution.

Based in Charlotte, NC, you will mentor engineers, interface with clients, and ensure quality across deliverables while advancing safety, reliability, and performance of plant operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of related engineering experience.
• Direct field experience supporting nuclear plant projects.
• Experience with plant operating procedures, engineering processes, and licensing activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and design efforts for plant modifications, upgrades, and capital projects.
• Independently evaluate and apply engineering methods, standards, and design criteria.
• Develop specifications, modification packages, and design criteria documents.
• Define project scope, technical requirements, and project deliverables.
• Interface with clients, plant personnel, and leadership teams.
• Drive project execution from concept development through implementation.
• Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings, and technical documents.
• Provide mentoring to junior engineers and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Nuclear power systems

Engineering design

Nuclear codes & standards

NRC regulations

System evaluations

Plant operations & licensing

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering (ABET/EAC)

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering + 15 years', experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Zachry Group is seeking an Engineer VI to lead engineering and design for power plant upgrades, modifications, and new generation projects. The role requires deep knowledge of nuclear systems, standards, and licensing, with autonomy to drive technical solutions and project execution.

Based in Charlotte, NC, you will mentor engineers, interface with clients, and ensure quality across deliverables while advancing safety, reliability, and performance of plant operations.