Senior Nuclear Mechanical Engineer – Plant Systems

Sargent Lundy; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 82,380 - 125,860; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Knoxville, Tennessee, to provide expertise in nuclear power plant design and modifications. This role requires a BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering and at least 5 years in the power industry. You will analyze and design mechanical systems, oversee automation processes, and lead engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, along with skills in programming languages like Python and MATLAB.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the power industry.
• Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations for nuclear plants.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design modifications for nuclear power plant systems.
• Lead engineering teams in modern automation and AI workflows.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design

Nuclear systems knowledge

Leadership in automation

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Advanced Excel

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Knoxville, Tennessee, to provide expertise in nuclear power plant design and modifications. This role requires a BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering and at least 5 years in the power industry. You will analyze and design mechanical systems, oversee automation processes, and lead engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, along with skills in programming languages like Python and MATLAB.