Mechanical Engineer 5 - Nuclear

Shape the Future of Nuclear Engineering with Zachry Nuclear

Zachry Nuclear Engineering (ZNE) is seeking an experienced Engineer V, Mechanical to join our growing engineering team in Stonington, CT, Charlotte, NC, or Perry, OH.

At Zachry Nuclear Engineering, our engineers support some of the nation's most critical energy infrastructure through engineering design, plant modernization initiatives, system modifications, equipment upgrades, and technical consulting services for commercial nuclear power clients.

As an Engineer V, Mechanical, you will serve as a senior technical contributor responsible for solving complex engineering challenges, guiding project teams, mentoring engineers, supporting utility clients, and contributing to strategic engineering initiatives. This role provides an opportunity to influence engineering solutions that improve plant safety, reliability, and long-term operational success across the nuclear industry.

Position Summary

The Engineer V, Mechanical independently performs advanced engineering and design activities supporting commercial nuclear power plants and related facilities.

The successful candidate applies advanced engineering knowledge and professional judgment to resolve complex technical issues, lead major engineering assignments, and develop solutions to challenges impacting plant safety, reliability, operability, and regulatory compliance.

This role serves as a senior technical resource for project teams and clients while providing technical leadership, mentoring, and oversight. The Engineer V contributes to engineering excellence, proposal development, project success, and organizational growth through the application of specialized technical expertise and sound engineering judgment.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited engineering program.

Experience

• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant engineering experience with an active Professional Engineer (PE) license; or
• Minimum fifteen (15) years of relevant engineering experience without a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated commercial nuclear power experience involving engineering design, analysis, plant modifications, system evaluations, operations support, equipment reliability programs, or modernization initiatives.
• Experience leading engineering assignments and providing technical direction to project teams.
• Demonstrated ability to independently resolve complex engineering issues and coordinate technical efforts across multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience interfacing with utility clients and supporting project execution activities.

Technical Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, methods, and practices.
• Strong understanding of engineering codes, standards, regulatory requirements, and nuclear industry practices.
• Ability to develop, review, and approve complex engineering analyses and technical products.
• Expertise evaluating plant systems, equipment performance, and engineering solutions.

Professional Skills

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to influence technical discussions and engineering decisions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.

Software Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience utilizing engineering software and technical analysis tools.
• Mathcad experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Nuclear Industry Experience

• Commercial nuclear power plant engineering experience.
• Experience supporting major plant modifications, modernization initiatives, uprates, or capital projects.
• Experience serving as a Responsible Engineer, technical lead, or subject matter expert.
• Experience supporting utility clients within an engineering consulting environment.

Technical Expertise

• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Mechanical system design and analysis
• Equipment reliability programs
• Design change packages
• Engineering evaluations
• Pipe Stress Analysis
• ASME Section III and related Code applications
• Safety Analyses
• PEPSE
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Plant modernization initiatives
• System performance assessments and troubleshooting

Professional Development

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Participation in professional engineering organizations.
• Technical committee, standards committee, or industry working group involvement.
• Experience mentoring engineers and supporting technical development.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to commercial nuclear power facilities.
• Ability to pass applicable security and drug screening requirements.
• Ability to travel to client sites and support periods of field and office work.
• Ability to perform plant walkdowns in industrial environments, including climbing ladders, accessing security-controlled areas, and entering confined or controlled-access areas.
• Ability to work overtime when required to support project and client needs.

Export Control Notice

Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear Engineering may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. A candidate's ability to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration during the hiring process.

Zachry Nuclear Engineering maintains a drug-free workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead engineering activities for complex mechanical engineering projects supporting commercial nuclear power plants.
• Independently develop engineering approaches and solutions for challenging technical issues and plant modification initiatives.
• Perform and review advanced engineering calculations, analyses, evaluations, engineering change packages, and technical reports.
• Review engineering products for technical adequacy, quality, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary project teams.
• Serve as a technical specialist in assigned areas of expertise.
• Support development of engineering standards, best practices, and technical processes.

Plant Systems & Engineering Evaluations

• Evaluate plant systems, equipment performance, and operational challenges.
• Investigate equipment failures, reliability concerns, and emergent plant issues.
• Develop recommendations that improve safety, reliability, maintainability, and operational performance.
• Support engineering evaluations associated with long-term plant operation, asset management strategies, and modernization efforts.
• Apply engineering principles, industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements to technical solutions.

Project Leadership

• Lead significant engineering assignments and portions of major projects.
• Coordinate engineering activities across multidisciplinary teams.
• Direct technical aspects of assigned project work and engineering deliverables.
• Plan and manage work assignments to support project schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Support proposal development activities, including technical scope definition, engineering estimates, and project planning efforts.
• Serve as a technical lead and resource to project stakeholders throughout project execution.

Client Leadership

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with utility clients and project stakeholders.
• Participate in client meetings, technical reviews, engineering workshops, and project planning activities.
• Present engineering recommendations, technical evaluations, and project results to clients and review boards.
• Support the development of client-focused engineering solutions that address operational and business objectives.
• Serve as a trusted technical resource during project execution and client interactions.

Organizational Leadership

• Mentor and support the development of junior and mid-level engineers.
• Assist with employee development through technical coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Support engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Promote technical excellence and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Serve as a resource for technical problem-solving across project teams.

Industry Engagement

• Maintain awareness of industry developments, emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and engineering best practices.
• Keep informed of new methods, technologies, codes, and standards affecting nuclear engineering and plant operations.
• Contribute to the advancement of engineering excellence through professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in professional organizations, technical conferences, industry working groups, and standards activities as appropriate.

Nuclear Quality & Compliance

• Ensure engineering products comply with applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards, quality assurance requirements, and company procedures.
• Participate in technical reviews and quality assurance activities.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.