Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear

Day & Zimmermann Company; Arizona; On-site; USD 115,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Maternity Leave

Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 4 to support Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station in Tonopah, AZ. This onsite role applies mechanical engineering to mission-critical projects ensuring safe, reliable operations at a major nuclear facility.

You will lead mechanical engineering efforts from front-end design through detailed design and construction support, develop scopes of work, equipment specs, maintain equipment lists, and coordinate with vendors to meet requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive mechanical engineering experience.
• At least 6 years of direct experience in the EPCm industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers across multiple complex projects.
• Develop innovative conceptual mechanical designs evaluating constructability, performance, life-cycle costs and reliability.
• Manage mechanical scope changes to meet budgets and timelines without compromising quality or compliance.
• Collaborate with civil, electrical, process engineers, construction managers, vendors and clients for seamless integration.
• Formulate and review detailed work plans, estimating staffing needs and schedules.
• Review engineering drawings, calculations and specifications to ensure QA and compliance, applying PE stamp when authorized.

Skills

Team leadership

Equipment specs

SolidWorks

Cost estimation

MS Office

Clear communication

Analytical problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Excel

Job description

Impact You'll Make

Join Day & Zimmermann as aMechanical Engineer 4 supporting Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station in Tonopah, AZ. In this onsite role, you'll apply your mechanical engineering expertise to complex, mission-critical projects that support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of one of the nation's most important nuclear power facilities.

You’ll lead mechanical engineering efforts from front-end engineering design through detailed design and construction support. Your responsibilities will include developing comprehensive scopes of work, preparing equipment specifications and data sheets, maintaining detailed equipment lists, and coordinating with vendors to ensure project requirements are met.

As part of our MC Engineering Operations Services division, you’ll collaborate with experienced engineering and design professionals while supporting multiple projects and maintaining high-quality engineering standards. The role also provides opportunities to demonstrate leadership, drive innovative solutions, and make a meaningful impact on project execution and client satisfaction.

If you’re ready to bring your technical expertise to work that truly matters while continuing to grow your career in the nuclear industry, this is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting difference with Day & Zimmermann.

As the Mechanical Engineer 4, here's the work you'll do:

• Lead and mentor a dynamic team of engineers and designers, overseeing engineering and design activities for multiple complex projects across diverse clients, ensuring high-quality deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Develop innovative conceptual mechanical designs, critically evaluating alternatives based on constructability, performance, energy efficiency, durability, reliability, ease of maintenance, operational simplicity, initial and life-cycle costs, and environmental considerations.
• Manage mechanical scope changes diligently, ensuring project deliverables are completed within allocated budgets and timelines without compromising quality or compliance.
• Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams including civil, electrical, and process engineers, as well as construction managers, site personnel, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to ensure seamless project integration and communication.
• Formulate and review detailed work plans, accurately estimating staffing needs and schedules to optimize resource allocation for assigned projects and teams.
• Perform rigorous review and approval of engineering drawings, detailed calculations, and technical specifications, ensuring adherence to established company procedures, industry design standards, contract requirements, and budget constraints.
• Apply professional engineering judgment and when authorized, apply PE stamp on engineering deliverables, reinforcing quality assurance and accountability.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Expertise in developing thorough equipment specifications tailored for a variety of mechanical equipment and integrated equipment skids to meet project requirements.
• Strong vendor management skills, including partnering to select the most suitable equipment, negotiating specifications, and ensuring compliance with project standards and operational needs.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software to develop detailed mechanical designs that support project deliverables and engineering accuracy.
• Experience in preparing detailed equipment cost estimates for capital budgeting and overall project cost control, contributing to financial planning and commercial success.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite coupled with the ability to adapt quickly to evolving software tools and technologies critical for engineering documentation and communication.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills enabling clear, concise, and effective interaction with a wide array of stakeholders including team members, clients, and vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on practical and innovative engineering solutions within project constraints.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, ensuring foundational and advanced engineering knowledge.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive mechanical engineering experience demonstrating increasing responsibility and technical expertise.
• At least 6 years of direct experience in the EPCm industry

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $114,960 - $172,440. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees, and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees' individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

Essential Functions

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery
• Pushing or pulling (e.g., using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction, or in a dragging or hauling motion)
• Balancing (e.g., maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching etc.)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses the fingers)
• Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist)
• Grasping (e.g., use of hand to apply pressure)
• Reaching (e.g., reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Feeling (e.g., perceiving an object's size, shape, texture etc.)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 0 pounds
• Climbing (e.g., ascending/descending ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps, pole etc. using feet and legs or hands/arms to climb) O/C (Often/ Critical)
• Walking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motions of any part of the body
• Talking
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus over long periods of time
• Ability to write complex documents in the [English] language
• Ability to read complex documents in [English] language
• Capacity to express thoughts orally (e.g., accurately, quick and loudly convey spoken instructions to workers)
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions R (Regular)Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or work site R (Regular)
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g., extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)