Senior & Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Nuclear

ENERCON; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 107,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

ENERCON is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Nuclear Design Group in Charlotte, NC. You will contribute to major power plant modifications and design initiatives, mentoring others in senior or principal roles, with opportunities to lead across disciplines.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree, 6+ years for Senior or 10+ for Principal, experience in power generation or nuclear DOE projects, strong communication, and willingness to travel about 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Senior Level: Minimum 6 years of experience with design of mechanical systems.
• Principal: Minimum 10 years of experience with design of mechanical systems.
• Must have experience in power generation, nuclear power or government (DOE) projects directly or with an engineering/design consulting firm.
• Good writing, presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to be an individual contributor and work effectively in teams.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.
• Due to Federal Contract Requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Approximate travel of 10% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver High-Quality Engineering Documents: Prepare accurate and error-free drawings, sketches, calculations, and analyses that meet industry codes, standards, and regulations, ensuring client needs are met with precision
• Adhere to Standards: Develop engineering documents in alignment with client, ENERCON, and regulatory requirements while following established procedures, processes, and project directives
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep your knowledge sharp and current with industry codes, standards, safety culture principles, and advanced design techniques tailored to the nuclear sector
• Commit to Excellence: Produce engineering deliverables that meet stringent quality assurance standards, aligning with project scopes and exceeding client expectations
• Build Lasting Client Relationships: Establish trust and rapport with clients through clear communication, professional interactions, and the delivery of exceptional engineering solutions
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with other teams to ensure designs are comprehensive, integrated, and consider the needs of all disciplines involved
• Be Hands-On in the Field: Travel to plant sites to connect with client personnel, conduct on-site walkdowns, and evaluate plant structures, systems, and components firsthand to inform project work #LI-MD1

Skills

Technical leadership

Power plant knowledge

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

ENERCON is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Nuclear Design Group in Charlotte, NC. You will contribute to major power plant modifications and design initiatives, mentoring others in senior or principal roles, with opportunities to lead across disciplines.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree, 6+ years for Senior or 10+ for Principal, experience in power generation or nuclear DOE projects, strong communication, and willingness to travel about 10%.