Mechanical Project Designer – Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

. Work under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $94,247 - $143,989 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in mechanical design, including the development of 3D plant layout models and mechanical systems. Proficient in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior designers to ensure timely and accurate project deliverables.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Design Experience3D Modeling Software ProficiencyPiping Systems DevelopmentSmartPlant 3D ExperienceTeam Coordination and Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Mechanical General ArrangementsPiping IsometricsPiping CompositesPipe Support DrawingsEquipment Location DrawingsField WalkdownsData GatheringDesign Deliverables ExecutionTroubleshooting Mechanical Design IssuesDetailed Physical Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

3D Modeling SoftwareSmartPlant 3DMicroStation

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Drafting

Industry Keywords

Mechanical SystemsPower Plant DesignMultidisciplinary EngineeringDesign Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead
Collaborate with multidisciplinary 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
Use 3D modeling software to generate mechanical design schematics
Lead coordination of detailed design phases for integrated mechanical design models
Coordinate and guide designers and project team members to ensure complete and timely designs
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 applicable
Mentor less experienced drafters and designers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and one or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
15+ years of detailed physical design experience developing mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports
Proficiency with design software tools for executing 3D plant layout models
Experience reviewing mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing associated deliverables
Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process
Experience with SmartPlant 3D software
U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not provided
MicroStation proficiency is valued but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision health plans
Life and 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 may be available for eligible employees