Engineer I Mechanical

About the Role

Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll contribute to engineering design, technical analysis, field support, and project execution while developing the skills needed for a successful career in the energy industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering and design activities for plant upgrades, modifications, and modernization projects.
• Assist with engineering studies, calculations, and technical evaluations.
• Support the design and analysis of mechanical systems such as:
• Pumps
• Valves
• Heat exchangers
• Piping systems
• Pressure vessels
• HVAC and ventilation systems
• Turbines and auxiliary equipment
• Perform thermal, hydraulic, flow, and pressure-drop calculations.
• Prepare engineering documentation, specifications, and design packages.
• Support equipment installation, testing, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
• Participate in plant walkdowns and field assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, and field personnel.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 0-2 years of engineering experience.
• Relevant experience gained through internships, co-ops, capstone projects, or coursework.

Basic Knowledge Of

• Fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
• Pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and piping systems.
• Mechanical equipment design and selection.
• Engineering calculations and analysis.
• HVAC and industrial mechanical systems.
• ASME, ANSI, and other applicable engineering standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Internship or industry experience supporting power generation, industrial, or energy projects.
• Nuclear industry experience.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam passed.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Mathcad, ANSYS, AutoPIPE, or CAESAR II.

Skills for Success

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in team environments.

Work Environment

This position may require:

• Travel to client and project sites.
• Equipment walkdowns in industrial environments.
• Climbing ladders and accessing elevated work areas.
• Working in secure nuclear facility environments.
• Overtime as required by project schedules.
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities and pass required security screenings and drug testing.