Mechanical Designer 2 – Nuclear Power

Sargent & Lundy

. Work under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,817 - $93,201 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design and 3D modeling, with a strong ability to develop detailed mechanical layouts and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams. Proficient in executing design deliverables and mentoring junior team members.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Design Experience3D Modeling Software ProficiencyPiping Systems DevelopmentProject CoordinationMentoring Drafters

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Design3D ModelingPiping SystemsGeneral ArrangementsPiping IsometricsPipe Support DrawingsEquipment Location DrawingsField WalkdownsData GatheringTroubleshooting Mechanical Issues

Soft Skills

Team CoordinationCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

3D Modeling SoftwareMicroStation

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Drafting

Industry Keywords

Mechanical EngineeringPower Plant DesignIntegrated Mechanical Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams
Develop mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model
Design mechanical systems and investigate, troubleshoot, and solve mechanical design issues
Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics
Lead coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model
Coordinate and guide designers and project team members to ensure complete and timely design
Independently plan and execute design deliverables, including general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings
Conduct field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities when needed
Mentor less experienced drafters and designers

Requirements

What you’ll need

An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
Five or more years of detailed physical design experience in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports
Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables
Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process
Work authorization in the U.S. is required; the employer does not sponsor employees for work authorization
Experience with MicroStation is valued but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Yearly discretionary bonus eligibility