Mechanical Engineer - Senior Level

Overview

Become a part of ENERCON as a Mechanical Design or Mechanical Project Engineer. We are seeking talented Mechanical Engineers at all experience levels, from early‑career professionals to principal engineers. Our Mechanical Engineer career path offers many options: mid‑level and senior roles, or a principal engineer position where you’ll lead and mentor others. We continually invest in our employees and provide training and tools for advancement, development, and career progression—whether you prefer a path to become a subject matter or technical expert, a people leader, a project manager, or a leader in business development. Full‑time, part‑time or temporary roles are available.

What divisions could you work for?

• Nuclear Services Group (NSG)
• ENERCON Federal Services (EFS)
• Data Center Mission Critical (DCMC)
• Energy Group (EG)

Responsibilities

A typical day may include being part of a multi‑discipline engineering team for major projects such as cooling water systems (pumps, motors, control systems, piping, heat exchangers) for existing or new power plants, or leading simple design projects such as valve replacements or writing engineering reports (e.g., corrosion studies or pros and cons of different equipment). You will also:

• Deliver high‑quality engineering documents: Prepare accurate, 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 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.
• Get 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.

Qualifications

Mid‑level position:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 3 years of experience designing mechanical systems.
• Experience in one of the following industries highly preferred: engineering/design services, power generation, nuclear power, heavy industrial including chemical or pulp & paper, and government (DOE) projects.
• Good writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in teams.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.

Senior Engineers typically have 7 years of post‑graduate experience in a related role; Principal Engineers typically have 10 years of post‑graduate experience in a related role. If you do not yet have 3 years of experience, our early talent team may consider your application.

Pay Range

USD $90,000.00 – USD $175,000.00 per year.

Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We do not sponsor H1‑B or other work visa petitions. Employment is contingent upon passing pre‑employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.