Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Nuclear Systems

Kiewit; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Retirement plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions in the United States is seeking a senior Mechanical Design Engineer with extensive experience in nuclear design. The role emphasizes safety culture, cost-effective designs, and collaboration with fabrication teams to deliver high-quality equipment packages.

The candidate should have 15+ years in mechanical engineering, with 7–10+ years in nuclear design and a PE license preferred. Base compensation reflects senior-level responsibilities, with strong benefits and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• FE/EIT recommended; PE license is preferred.

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

Mechanical engineering

ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel codes

GD&T

Tolerance stack-ups

Interference checks

Equipment design

PFDs & P&IDs

General arrangement drawings

Soft skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

FE/EIT recommended

PE license preferred

Tools

PFDs

P&IDs

General arrangement drawings

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions in the United States is seeking a senior Mechanical Design Engineer with extensive experience in nuclear design. The role emphasizes safety culture, cost-effective designs, and collaboration with fabrication teams to deliver high-quality equipment packages.

The candidate should have 15+ years in mechanical engineering, with 7–10+ years in nuclear design and a PE license preferred. Base compensation reflects senior-level responsibilities, with strong benefits and