Nuclear Mechanical Design Engineer - Impactful, Hybrid Work

Kiewit; Georgetown (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking experienced Mechanical Design Engineers to help build a new, emerging nuclear market. Our team designs safe, cost‑effective and innovative equipment, collaborating with fabrication and construction groups to meet client expectations and support Kiewit’s legacy of excellence across North America.

Locations include Lenexa, KS; Oak Ridge, TN; Lonetree, CO; Houston, TX; Aiken, SC, with occasional hybrid or remote work in coordination with your supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• 15+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• 7–10+ years in commercial or DOE nuclear design is desired.
• FE/EIT recommended; PE license is preferred.
• Proficient in ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel and piping codes.
• Skilled in engineering design principles (GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, interference checks).
• Experienced in equipment design and procurement using pertinent industry codes.
• Familiar with creating PFDs, P&IDs, and general arrangement drawings for equipment packages.
• Collaborate with engineers and fabricators to develop designs and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Project Execution: Carry out integrated engineering processes to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Technical Documentation: Author and review designs, specifications, analyses, and drawings in line with engineering standards.
• Design Development: Create and assess concept drawings for equipment using multidisciplinary input.
• Problem Solving: Identify, define, and resolve issues within assigned scope.
• Quality & Delivery: Ensure compliance with strict quality assurance standards and timely project delivery.
• Travel: Occasional travel required (less than 20%).

Skills

15+ years experience

DOE nuclear design

FE/EIT recommended

PE license preferred

ASME boiler & pressure vessel codes

GD&T tolerance stack‑ups

PFDs & P&IDs

equipment design & procurement

collaboration with engineers & fabric.

attention to detail & problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking experienced Mechanical Design Engineers to help build a new, emerging nuclear market. Our team designs safe, cost‑effective and innovative equipment, collaborating with fabrication and construction groups to meet client expectations and support Kiewit’s legacy of excellence across North America.

Locations include Lenexa, KS; Oak Ridge, TN; Lonetree, CO; Houston, TX; Aiken, SC, with occasional hybrid or remote work in coordination with your supervisor.