Remote Nuclear Mechanical Engineer - High-Impact Projects

Actalent; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Voluntary)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Fully remote position

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a 100% remote role with flexible arrangements. The position supports major nuclear power projects across the U.S. and offers growth through challenging engineering work and client exposure.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited) and extensive nuclear design experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD and complex calculations. This remote role may suit candidates in Eastern/Central time zones seeking long-term career

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering.
• Extensive experience in mechanical engineering within nuclear industry.
• Demonstrated nuclear industry design experience.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations for nuclear mechanical design.
• Knowledge of Nuclear Quality Assurance Standards.
• Ability to perform and review complex engineering calculations and deliverables.
• Experience in mechanical design and analysis: mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, materials.
• Experience with AutoCAD for mechanical design and drafting.
• Project engineering experience: coordinating elements, priorities, schedules.
• Experience supporting Engineering Change Control for nuclear plants.
• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work directly with station customers and build trusted relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze problems and organize project elements from concept through implementation.
• Provide expertise on mechanical design processes and construction methods for nuclear plant systems.
• Lead and support investigations, system analyses, model studies, and evaluations.
• Perform and review complex engineering calculations and design deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze mechanical and electromechanical systems using mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials science.
• Develop practical engineering solutions and clearly defined deliverables addressing client needs.
• Collaborate with engineers, project teams, and station stakeholders to align scope and priorities.
• Support work planning, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Apply nuclear codes, standards, regulations, and QA throughout design and execution.
• Support and implement client Engineering Change Control processes.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, documentation, and presentations.
• Manage multiple priorities while building strong relationships with customers and partners.

Skills

Mechanical design

Nuclear industry experience

AutoCAD

Engineering calculations

Client communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a 100% remote role with flexible arrangements. The position supports major nuclear power projects across the U.S. and offers growth through challenging engineering work and client exposure.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited) and extensive nuclear design experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD and complex calculations. This remote role may suit candidates in Eastern/Central time zones seeking long-term career