Senior/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Nuclear

ENERCON; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

ENERCON is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer (Senior/Principal) in the United States. The role supports a nuclear design group with opportunities to lead and mentor, pursue varied career paths, and advance through multiple locations nationwide.

Expect exposure to power plant projects, site travel, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Requirements include a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 6+ years (Senior) or 10+ years (Principal) of mechanical design experience, and US citizenship for

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.
• Approximate travel of 10% as needed.
• US Citizenship is required due to Federal Contract Requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality engineering documents: Drawings, sketches, calculations, and analyses meeting codes and client needs with precision.
• Adhere to standards: Develop documents in line with client, ENERCON, and regulatory requirements while following procedures.
• Stay ahead: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry codes, safety culture, and nuclear design techniques.
• Commit to excellence: Produce deliverables that meet QA standards and project scopes.
• Build lasting client relationships through clear communication and professional interaction.
• Collaborate across disciplines: Work with other teams to ensure integrated designs.
• Be hands-on in the field: Travel to plant sites and perform on-site walkdowns to inform project work.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

ENERCON is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer (Senior/Principal) in the United States. The role supports a nuclear design group with opportunities to lead and mentor, pursue varied career paths, and advance through multiple locations nationwide.

Expect exposure to power plant projects, site travel, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Requirements include a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 6+ years (Senior) or 10+ years (Principal) of mechanical design experience, and US citizenship for