This is a remote position.

We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to support mechanical design, analysis, and technical leadership for nuclear-related engineering projects. This role is focused on piping, equipment, heat transfer, code compliance, and oversight of mechanical engineering deliverables.

Role Focus

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  Mechanical design and analysis for nuclear projects
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  Piping, equipment, and heat transfer systems
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  Technical leadership and engineering coordination
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  Code and standards compliance
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  Design reviews, calculations, specifications, and project execution

Key Responsibilities

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  Lead mechanical engineering work for nuclear facility, power, or complex industrial projects.
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  Develop and review calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and technical design documents.
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  Support design of piping systems, mechanical equipment, thermal systems, and related plant components.
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  Perform or review engineering analysis involving stress, pressure, heat transfer, flow, equipment loads, and system performance.
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  Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, I&C, project management, procurement, and construction teams.
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  Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and project specifications.
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  Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
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  Support design reviews, client meetings, field questions, RFIs, submittals, and engineering change activities.
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  Identify technical risks, resolve design issues, and maintain quality across engineering deliverables.

Required Experience

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  Mechanical engineering experience in nuclear, power, energy, heavy industrial, or highly regulated engineering environments.
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  Strong background in mechanical design, analysis, piping systems, equipment, and thermal systems.
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  Experience applying engineering codes, standards, calculations, specifications, and design procedures.
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  Ability to lead technical work, review deliverables, and coordinate with multi-discipline project teams.
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  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
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  Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to clients, engineers, and project stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

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  PE license preferred.
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  Nuclear industry experience strongly preferred.
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  Experience with ASME, ANSI, ASTM, NRC, NQA-1, or related nuclear and mechanical codes and standards.
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  Background with piping stress, pressure vessels, pumps, heat exchangers, HVAC, fluid systems, or plant mechanical equipment.
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  Experience mentoring engineers or leading mechanical design packages.

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