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Senior Mechanical Designer ; SmartPlant - Nuclear

Job in Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee, 37450, USA
Listing for: Sargent & Lundy
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-09
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 74750 USD Yearly USD 74750.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Mechanical Designer 1 (Smart Plant) - Nuclear

Description

  • Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing mechanical general arrangement, piping isometric, pipe support, and mechanical equipment layout drawings in a 3-D model

  • Utilize Hexagon’s Smart Plant S3D modeling software and SPF database to generate mechanical design deliverables, BOMs, and commodity lists

  • Understand and interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams developed using SPID and create physical design consistent with the engineering requirements

  • Act as the mechanical design team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model

  • Resolve clashes and discrepancies in the 3D model and report status

  • Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design

  • Independently plan and execute design of mechanical deliverables

  • Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

  • Experience with Smart Plant S3D modeling software including the following:

  • Understanding of the integration aspects of SPID, SPF and S3D

  • Clash detection resolution

  • Discrepancy checks between deliverables

  • Interface with Smart Plant Administrators in the development of mechanical deliverable templates and catalogs

  • Drawing Presentation Rules Set Up

  • Plant model data management

  • 10 or more years of detailed design experience in the development of mechanical plant design drawings; piping, pipe supports and equipment layout

  • Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models

  • Experience in the review of project deliverables and drawing requirements

  • Experience in the review of vendor drawings and interface points

  • Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the plant design process.

  • Valued but not required experience:

  • Proficiency with Micro Station and AutoCAD

  • Microsoft Office tools

Awards & Benefits

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

  • 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

Compensation Range

$74,750.00 - $

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About

This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy s Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects.

With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

City Chattanooga

StateTN

Country United States

Area of Interest Design and Drafting

Type Full Time - Regular

Job

Business Group Nuclear Power Group

Department Mechanical Design

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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