LEU+ Mechanical Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Hopkins (SC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Roles

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC's WECTEC Staffing Services seeks a long-term contract Field Mechanical Engineer to support LEU+ construction in Columbia, SC, onsite. The role reports to the LEU+ Construction Manager and collaborates with the EPC Contractor and Construction Superintendents.

Ideal candidates hold a mechanical engineering degree, have nuclear industry experience, and possess strong field execution and safety emphasis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 7 years of discipline-related engineering experience.
• 3 years in the nuclear industry.
• 3 years of field engineering or equivalent in nuclear project execution.
• Experience in engineering, procurement and operations in nuclear.
• Knowledge of structures, piping and supports design.
• Knowledge of rigging and handling practices and nuclear codes.
• OSHA 30-hour or equivalent safety certification.
• Ability to pass a Westinghouse physical exam including spirometer.
• Security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Represent LEU+ Engineering in the field for mechanical construction / equipment installations.
• Oversee mechanical construction / equipment interfaces and inspections to ensure plans and schedules are followed.
• Coordinate equipment interfaces and inspection activities with relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct regular jobsite walk-downs to ensure compliance with engineering requirements.
• Prepare and submit regular project reports and maintain field records.
• Enforce safety protocols and address hazards in the field.
• Communicate with internal groups, customers, and vendors to complete work.

Skills

Nuclear industry experience

Field engineering

Project execution

Construction techniques

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

N/A

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

Long-term contract Field Mechanical Engineer will report directly to the LEU+ Construction Manager and will collaborate with the EPC Contractor, Construction Superintendents. This is located in Columbia, SC and is an onsite position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent LEU+ Engineering in the field for mechanical construction / equipment installations.
• Demonstrate an understanding of construction methods, procedures and administrative processes.
• Oversee the mechanical construction / equipment installation progress, interpreting drawings, and collaborating with the team to stay informed about mechanical issues and maintain quality standards
• Coordinate mechanical construction / equipment interfaces and inspection activities, ensuring adherence to plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Conduct regular jobsite walk-downs to ensure compliance with engineering requirements for assigned discipline.
• Resolve field issues, process change orders and address other technical issues that arise during construction and installation of mechanical equipment.
• Participate in design reviews for assigned discipline and corrective action.
• Prepare and submit regular reports.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of construction activities for assigned discipline, including progress reports, inspection reports, and as-built documentation.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe and injury-free workplace by enforcing safety protocols and addressing potential hazards in the field.
• Communicate with internal groups. customers, and vendors to complete work assignments.
• Approve subcontractor work plans and work packages for assigned discipline.
• Participate in regular jobsite project meetings and inspections as directed by the Construction Superintendent and Project Engineer.

Qualifications:

• We require a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• We require 7 years of discipline-related Engineering experience.
• 3 years in the nuclear industry.
• We require 3 years of technical project execution and/or field installation experience gained as a field engineer or similar role in the nuclear industry.
• Previous experience in an engineering, procurement and operations environment in the nuclear industry.
• Experience with construction methods and processes.
• Knowledge of the theories, principles, practice and techniques for designing structures, piping, and supports.
• Knowledge of rigging and handling practices, the related standards, regulations, codes and directives and how they are applied.
• Knowledge of construction codes as they apply in the nuclear industry.
• Desire to exceed customers' expectations in ways that are in consideration of our goals.
• OSHA 30-hour certification or other equivalent safety certification.
• Will hold and maintain a Security Clearance at a US Nuclear facility.
• You will be asked to pass a Westinghouse physical exam, which includes a spirometer for the ability to wear a respirator.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be (($/hour to $/hour)).

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities