Mechanical Engineer

• Review and interpret architectural drawings to generate shop drawings for various project types and sizes
• Complete shop drawings in a timely manner and according to company standards
• Manage project information, notes, and documentation using proprietary software
• Ensure project questions are answered when needed
• Interpret Architectural and MEP drawings alongside internal cost estimates
• Model and draft shop drawings for submittal, BOM production, and installation
• Draft primarily Division 10 specialties, with possible scope in Divisions 09, 11, 12, 22, and related areas
• Independently solve problems in coordination with project team members
• Interface with co-workers and diverse stakeholders to deliver client results

Design Engineering Technician – Specialties

• Provide engineering and technical expertise in identifying, analyzing, and resolving routine fuel mechanical performance problems
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities with higher-level employees or management
• Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches
• Perform complex fuel rod mechanical analyses, including rod internal pressure, fuel melt, and cladding corrosion, using NRC-approved methodologies
• Perform crud and corrosion risk analyses using industry-standard methods, tools, and software
• Plan and support new and irradiated fuel examinations and characterization
• Review fuel design and manufacturing process changes and approve or reject them
• Develop fuel and core component design specifications
• Perform core component management, lifetime analyses, and tracking
• Ensure high-quality, conforming fuel and components are delivered to plants on time and within specifications
• Accommodate emergent work and multitask while managing shifting priorities
• Maintain working relationships with Nuclear Fuels Engineering, Plant Engineering, Operations, vendors, and sub-suppliers
• Participate in technical seminars, computer code training, group training, and industry technical or strategic meetings
• Support company goals and represent Duke Energy positively and professionally

Fuel Mechanical Engineer I / II

• Provide engineering and technical expertise in identifying, analyzing, and resolving fuel mechanical performance problems
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities with higher-level employees or management
• Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches
• Perform complex fuel rod mechanical analyses using NRC-approved methodologies
• Perform crud and corrosion risk analyses using industry-standard methods, tools, and software
• Plan and support new and irradiated fuel examinations and characterization
• Review fuel design and manufacturing process changes and approve or reject them
• Develop fuel and core component design specifications
• Perform core component management and lifetime analyses and tracking
• Ensure conforming fuel and components are delivered to plants on time and within specifications
• Accommodate emergent work and shifting priorities while keeping management informed
• Maintain working relationships with Nuclear Fuels Engineering, Plant Engineering, Operations, vendors, and sub-suppliers
• Participate in technical training, seminars, code training, industry meetings, and strategic activities
• Support company goals and represent Duke Energy professionally

Senior Fuel Mechanical Engineer

• Contribute to industrial dirty utility and plumbing system design
• Design systems involving steam, chilled water, heating hot water, compressed air, natural gas, and plumbing
• Develop construction documents for industrial and commercial code-compliant underground plumbing systems
• Specify boilers, chillers, cooling towers, heating hot water skids, air compressors, receivers, tanks, and related utility equipment
• Develop user requirements, P&IDs, equipment sizing calculations, equipment specifications, and datasheets
• Modify or develop piping, material, and equipment specifications
• Perform vendor and bid evaluations
• Monitor project progress and attend factory acceptance testing
• Supervise contractors in the field during construction for safety, quality, and schedule
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, start up, and commission new systems
• Answer contractor questions, review and approve component submittals, and issue field notices
• Ensure drawings are as-built, document commissioning, and prepare turnover packages
• Ensure compliance with company, environmental, building code, and regulatory policies and procedures
• Analyze existing utility systems and infrastructure and reconfigure them to support new operations
• Develop into a site subject matter expert for industrial utility design and construction
• Provide equipment sizing calculations
• Support FDA-licensed blood fractionation, purification, and filling operations
• Improve process or capital process technology, productivity, and quality
• Maintain awareness of governmental, industry, and academic developments
• Participate in technical or industry associations
• Transfer technology and knowledge into the business
• Lead installation, qualification, and process-controls integration of mechanical systems
• Develop objectives and implementation plans for engineering teams
• Help define organizational approaches and develop, justify, and implement strategies
• Present complex ideas clearly and simply
• Identify areas for improvement and solve problems

Industrial Mechanical Systems Design Engineer

• Sign and seal engineering documents, as applicable
• Analyze, design, and evaluate mechanical systems, including HVAC, hydronic, and energy systems
• Prepare calculations, drawings, and specifications under established standards
• Assist with detailed system configurations and control schemes focused on long-term energy savings
• Conduct field investigations and support site visits
• Coordinate and plan 3D laser scanning efforts
• Assist in project execution and coordinate with internal teams
• Apply engineering techniques within defined assignments
• Work under general supervision
• Handle moderately complex issues and escalate more complex problems to senior staff
• Develop client interaction skills in supported settings
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on energy and infrastructure projects for hospital and college campuses
• Support permitting and procurement efforts and respond to field conditions
• Maintain design documentation and contribute to performance, reliability, and energy-efficiency objectives

Mechanical Engineer jobs in North Carolina

Design Engineering Technician – Specialties

Fuel Mechanical Engineer I / II

Senior Fuel Mechanical Engineer

Industrial Mechanical Systems Design Engineer

Mechanical Engineer, PE I