Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Nuclear Power

Sargent & Lundy; Metairie (LA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Designer to join our hybrid team in Metairie, LA. You will develop 3D plant layout models, produce detailed drawings, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary engineers across the project lifecycle.

The role requires extensive experience in mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports, along with strong collaboration skills to interface with other design teams. Field walkdowns may be involved, and mentoring junior staff is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in drafting or equivalent technical experience with 1+ years drafting coursework.
• 10+ years of detailed physical design experience in mechanical general arrangements, piping systems and supports.
• Proficiency with design software tools for 3D plant layout models.
• Experience reviewing mechanical equipment drawings and coordinating deliverables.
• Ability to interface with engineering/design teams in power plant design.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe supports, and equipment location drawings.
• Lead mechanical design team in coordinating detailed design phases for an integrated model.
• Coordinate and guide designers and project team members to ensure timely completion of designs.
• Plan and execute design deliverables; may conduct field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
• Mentor less experienced drafters and designers.

Skills

3D plant layout

Mechanical design coordination

Drafting

Team interfacing

Education

Associate's Degree in drafting

High school diploma with drafting coursework

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

• Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model
• Challenging assignments that include the design of mechanical systems, and investigating, trouble‑shooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical design issues
• Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics
• Act as the Mechanical design team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model
• Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design
• Independently plan and execute design deliverables, such as general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings
• There may be the opportunity to conduct field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills And Experience

• An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
• Ten or more years of detailed physical design experience in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports
• Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
• Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process

Valued But Not Required Experience

• Proficiency with MicroStation

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$77,890 - $118,999

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.