Mechanical Engineer
Job in
Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, 35275, USA
Listed on 2026-10-17
Listing for:
Progressive
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Energy Engineer, Electrical Engineering -
Energy/Power Generation
Energy Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline required
- Minimum 5 years of commercial nuclear power plant experience
- Strong understanding of nuclear plant systems, operations, engineering, design, and licensing processes
- Experience developing design inputs, reviewing engineering analyses, calculations, technical reports, and design change documentation
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles, hydraulic calculations, and power generation facility design
- Experience with P&IDs, piping system design and layout, pipe sizing and routing, material selection, pipe support design, and equipment selection
- Experience preparing equipment specifications, inquiry packages, datasheets, and balance-of-plant equipment documentation
- Familiarity with applicable nuclear codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong technical writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to make sound engineering decisions with limited information and minimal supervision
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment and manage multiple priorities
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline required
- Minimum 5 years of commercial nuclear power plant experience
- Strong understanding of nuclear plant systems, operations, engineering, design, and licensing processes
- Experience developing design inputs, reviewing engineering analyses, calculations, technical reports, and design change documentation
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles, hydraulic calculations, and power generation facility design
- Experience with P&IDs, piping system design and layout, pipe sizing and routing, material selection, pipe support design, and equipment selection
- Experience preparing equipment specifications, inquiry packages, datasheets, and balance-of-plant equipment documentation
- Familiarity with applicable nuclear codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong technical writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to make sound engineering decisions with limited information and minimal supervision
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment and manage multiple priorities
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience supporting Plant Hatch and/or Plant Vogtle Units 1-2
- Experience supporting power uprate (EPU) projects in commercial nuclear facilities
- Operations experience including system operation, troubleshooting, procedure usage, and plant response
- Licensing experience including NRC submittals, regulatory evaluations, and licensing impact assessments
- Strong systems engineering background with knowledge of plant system interactions and performance
- Experience with FATHOM, PEPSE, or similar thermal/hydraulic and plant performance software
- Experience supporting engineering design, modifications, and configuration management programs
- Experience at other PWR or BWR facilities, especially involving power uprate initiatives
- Provide mechanical engineering support for Extended Power Uprate (EPU) projects at commercial nuclear power plants
- Develop Design Input Requests (DIRs) to support system analyses performed by external Architect-Engineer organizations
- Validate scoping documents and engineering inputs associated with plant evaluation activities
- Review and assess engineering reports, task reports, calculations, and work products supporting EPU feasibility
- Perform owner acceptance reviews of engineering deliverables and analysis results
- Develop equipment specifications, datasheets, and design input requirements for plant modifications
- Perform and review hydraulic calculations associated with plant systems and equipment
- Provide technical direction and support to engineering designers and project teams
- Evaluate plant modifications from engineering, operational, and licensing perspectives
- Coordinate with plant personnel, engineering organizations, and vendors to support project objectives
- Support license amendment activities and engineering evaluations associated with power uprate implementation
- Ensure compliance with applicable nuclear industry standards, regulatory requirements, and plant processes
- Contribute to project planning, execution, monitoring, and…
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