Mechanical Designer 2- Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical Designer to contribute to the development of mechanical equipment location, piping layout, and pipe support deliverables on a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work 3 days per week.

The role emphasizes 3D modeling with MicroStation/AutoCAD, coordination with other design disciplines, and generation of 2D drawings from 3D models.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in drafting or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in 3D plant modeling software.
• Experience with 3D MicroStation or 3D AutoCAD.
• 6+ years of detailed physical design in mechanical layouts.
• Ability to interface with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in 3D model reviews and design coordination.
• Support designers and project teams to ensure timely deliverables.
• Layout equipment and piping in 3D; verify clearances.
• Generate 2D drawings from 3D model (equipment location, piping isometrics, pipe supports).
• Create bills of materials for piping and supports.

Skills

3D modeling

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Piping design

Drafting

Equipment layout

P&ID knowledge

Cross-discipline collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in drafting

Tools

3D MicroStation

3D AutoCAD

Spreadsheets

Job description

As a member of the mechanical design team, this position will offer you the opportunity to work in a multi-disciplined engineering and design project team developing mechanical equipment location, piping layout and pipe support deliverables.

• Participate in 3D model reviews and the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design
• Provide support to other designers and project team members in order to ensure a complete and timely design
• Layout mechanical equipment maintaining required spatial clearances utilizing 3D modeling software
• Develop physical piping layout and pipe support designs utilizing 3D modeling software in an integrated 3D design environment
• Layout piping, associated components and pipe supports utilizing system design criteria and engineering piping & instrumentation diagram (P&ID) information
• Work with mechanical equipment 3D model layout and vendor drawings to verify equipment and component connection points
• Work in 3D model with other design disciplines to ensure that physical clearances are met and constructability, accessibility, and operations and maintenance requirements are maintained
• Work with piping stress and structural engineers to locate and detail required pipe supports
• Develop 2D mechanical equipment location, piping isometric and mechanical piping composite drawings from the 3D model
• Develop 2D pipe support drawings
• Generate complete bills of materials for piping and pipe supports

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience

• An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 4 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
• Proficiency in 3D integrated plant modeling design software tools
• Proficiency in 3D MicroStation or 3D AutoCAD
• Proficiency in reading spreadsheets created from the 3D model
• 6 or more years of detailed physical design experience in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports
• Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the project design process

Valued but not required experience

• Proficiency with MicroStation

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$64,817 - $93,201

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.