Mechanical Engineer 6

Position Summary

The Engineer VI is responsible for leading engineering and design activities associated with power plant upgrades, plant modifications, and new generation projects. This role requires extensive knowledge of power plant systems, structures, and components, as well as the ability to independently apply engineering principles, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will lead technical evaluations, develop design solutions, manage project execution, and collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary engineering teams to improve plant performance, safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree in Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program; OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program plus 15 years of relevant hands-on engineering experience.

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of related engineering experience.
• Direct field experience supporting nuclear plant projects.
• Experience with plant operating procedures, engineering processes, and nuclear licensing activities.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Licensure

• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Expertise

• Nuclear power plant systems and equipment
• Engineering design and modification development
• Nuclear codes and standards
• NRC regulations and compliance
• System evaluations and technical problem-solving
• Plant operations and licensing processes

Leadership Skills

• Engineering team leadership
• Technical decision making
• Mentoring and coaching
• Project management and execution
• Stakeholder engagement

Professional Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Effective organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities

Software Proficiency

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Candidates must be able to:

• Obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities.
• Pass required security and drug screenings.
• Perform plant walkdowns in industrial environments.
• Climb ladders and navigate elevated work areas.
• Access security-controlled and restricted areas.
• Enter confined spaces and controlled hazardous areas as necessary.
• Travel to client sites and project locations.
• Work overtime when required to support project schedules and plant outages.

Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. If applicable to the position, the capability of a candidate to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration by Zachry Nuclear in its hiring processes.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Engineering Design

• Lead engineering and design efforts for plant modifications, upgrades, and capital projects.
• Independently evaluate and apply engineering methods, standards, procedures, and design criteria.
• Develop engineering specifications, modification packages, and design criteria documents.
• Define project scope, technical requirements, and project deliverables.
• Identify and select equipment, instrumentation, and system components.
• Develop and evaluate system functionality and engineering solutions.
• Resolve complex technical challenges using sound engineering judgment and industry best practices.

Nuclear Engineering & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable nuclear industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Apply knowledge of NRC requirements, plant licensing, operating procedures, and nuclear processes.
• Support safety-focused engineering evaluations and plant improvements.
• Promote engineering quality and technical excellence throughout project execution.

Project Leadership & Execution

• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives with minimal oversight.
• Coordinate activities across engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.
• Interface directly with clients, plant personnel, and leadership teams.
• Drive project execution from concept development through implementation.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering and operational challenges.

Design Review & Quality Assurance

• Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Verify technical accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Support design reviews, technical assessments, and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure consistency and quality across engineering deliverables.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Mentor developing engineers and support professional growth initiatives.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams.

Field & Client Support

• Conduct plant walkdowns, field investigations, and equipment assessments.
• Support installation, startup, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Travel to client sites as needed to support project execution.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and project stakeholders.