Mechanical Design Engineer

Holtec Palisades is currently seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Palisades Nuclear Plant team in Covert, MI.

We are proud of our reputation for professional and technical excellence, and we recognize that the key to upholding that reputation resides in the excellence of our employees. We are looking for talent who brings value to the organization and contributes to advancing our business and reputation.

Palisades Nuclear Power Plant is set to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the industry and the nation!

Design Engineering is the design authority and owner of the design bases. The organization focuses on the design of baseline modifications and design basis control and maintenance. Design integrity is maintained through effective configuration control of design output documents (i.e., specifications, calculations, drawings, test requirements, and procedures).

• Maintain the design basis for each site and support maintenance of the licensing basis.
• Provide cost‑effective modification designs when required to improve plant, system or equipment performance.
• Provide technical support to operations, maintenance, engineering, and other site organizations.
• Support safe, reliable operation by identifying and effectively resolving issues via the corrective action and work management processes.
• Develop engineering products in accordance with defined standards and procedures.
• Serve on outage engineering support teams as assigned. Attend training and maintain qualifications necessary to perform required group functions. Act as design authority for the site.

Minimum education required of the position: B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other closely related scientific discipline / physical science generally associated with power plant operations, or equivalent work experience (equivalent experience is defined as demonstrated success at the Engineer / Technician level).

3+ years’ experience in nuclear power design, operations, or equivalent, depending upon engineering level.

Experience in site or corporate licensing organizations. Good to excellent communication skills and experience / proficiency in PC use and applications, depending on engineering level.

Desired: SRO license or certification on a PWR or BWR;
Professional Engineering license.

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Holtec Palisades offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes a competitive salary, a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, hospitalization, and other valuable voluntary options; time‑off programs; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities; and an unmatched culture focused on client service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do.

As a technology trailblazer and a prominent innovator in the clean energy (nuclear and solar) industry, Holtec strives to foster a meritocratic work environment conducive to continuous learning and professional growth of its associates. Holtec is an equal‑opportunity employer with a long‑standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company gives special preference to disabled veterans as part of its recruitment policy.

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