Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Wilmington (NC); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their team for HVAC design in New Nuclear Power Plants. This remote role requires collaboration with global partners and involves significant design responsibilities, ensuring quality delivery of engineering documentation and equipment packages. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in nuclear power systems and HVAC design.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in design, fabrication, and installation in nuclear or combined cycle plants.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant Systems Design.
• Expert knowledge of relevant design codes and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support requirement and design progression for HVAC design.
• Assist in reviewing vendor supplier documentation associated with HVAC systems.
• Prepare and review system design deliverables.

Skills

HVAC knowledge within nuclear power plants

Piping and instrument diagrams

Heat load calculations

Equipment sizing

System design specifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

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Job Description

This position plays a crucial role in the team responsible for the HVAC design of New Nuclear Power Plants. The Mechanical Engineer will perform activities within a team environment, collaborating with a global network of partner organizations and suppliers to advance detailed design and deliver successful Nuclear Power Plant projects. The role involves contributing to the HVAC design for nuclear power, working closely with engineers and other partners.

Responsibilities

1. Support requirement and design progression for HVAC design.
2. Assist in reviewing vendor supplier documentation associated with HVAC systems.
3. Demonstrate competency in computer programs and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams.
4. Prepare and review system design deliverables, including system design specifications, piping and instrument diagrams, heat load calculations, and equipment sizing for HVAC systems.
5. Manage project work schedules and priorities.
6. Provide on-time, quality delivery of equipment packages and engineering documentation in accordance with contract requirements, business procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• HVAC knowledge within nuclear power plants.
• Experience with piping and instrument diagrams, heat load, equipment sizing, and system design specifications.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in performing design, fabrication, and installation of steam turbines and supporting systems in nuclear or combined cycle plants.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant Systems Design.
• Expert knowledge of relevant design codes and requirements.
• Previous nuclear plant or design experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Work Environment

This role offers a fully remote work environment with minimal travel, likely zero. It provides an opportunity to support next-generation nuclear development.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, benefits may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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