Senior Nuclear Mechanical Engineer - Plant Upgrades & Modifications

WSP USA; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Generation) - Nuclear in the Phoenix, AZ area. You will lead mechanical engineering for complex nuclear projects, from plant upgrades to new reactor programs, working with clients, suppliers, and project teams to deliver safe, constructible solutions.

You will apply your depth in mechanical systems to piping, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, HVAC, and related components, while ensuring compliance with codes, QA, and licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience, including 7+ years in nuclear power.
• Experience with design controls, configuration management, QA, and nuclear codes/standards.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, or approving engineering deliverables such as calculations, specs, drawings.
• Ability to communicate technical issues clearly with clients and teams.
• Ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, interfaces, risks, and assumptions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver mechanical engineering assignments per quality programs, codes, standards, and schedule.
• Lead mechanical engineering for operating facilities, plant upgrades, new projects, and advanced reactors.
• Develop design criteria, calculations, datasheets, and equipment specifications.
• Apply mechanical principles to piping, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, HVAC, and related systems.
• Perform analyses including sizing, hydraulics, heat transfer, and design-basis calculations.
• Coordinate interfaces across disciplines and support design reviews and technical interfaces.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Client interaction

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer license (US)

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Generation) - Nuclear in the Phoenix, AZ area. You will lead mechanical engineering for complex nuclear projects, from plant upgrades to new reactor programs, working with clients, suppliers, and project teams to deliver safe, constructible solutions.

You will apply your depth in mechanical systems to piping, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, HVAC, and related components, while ensuring compliance with codes, QA, and licensing requirements.