Overview
Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear Power
Location : US
Company : Black & Veatch Family of Companies
Note : This description consolidates role details and qualifications; it does not include boilerplate notices beyond the required EEO statements.
Job Summary
In this role, you will have the opportunity to :
- Design mechanical systems supporting new nuclear power plant designs or modifications to operating nuclear power plants.
- Work collaboratively with various design engineering execution teams across the US.
- Perform all aspects of mechanical system design engineering and analysis for assigned systems of responsibility.
- Function in a responsible engineer capacity which includes :
- Actively seek to understand client interests and drivers through normal client contact and through interaction and communication with project leadership.
- Provide technical direction and guidance to others.
- Assign tasks to and coordinate with other internal / external team members on complex projects.
- Perform complex research and develop recommendations for equipment and / or materials selection.
- Understand, manage, and adhere to project budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
- Initiate contact with other disciplines as needed to ensure proper workflow sequence.
The Team
The Mechanical Engineering Department is a global team that delivers high quality, on-time design and services projects in Power, Gas, Fuels & Chemicals, Water and Waste Water, Data Centers, and Mining. This includes everything mechanically related to Process and Power projects (from Conventional, Combined Heat and Power, Hydro, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Solar / Renewable, LNG, Ammonia, Fertilizer) to specialized Air Quality Control, HVAC, Fire Protection, Piping, Thermal and Renewable performance estimating and testing.
Black & Veatch's Power Providers focuses on the holistic demands for energy generation markets, including utilities, independent power producers, and new entrants, with the aim of delivering secure, clean power.
Preferred Qualifications
Desired experience for this position includes expertise in the following areas :
Nuclear Power Plant System designCondensate and Feedwater systemsCooling water, including closed cycle systemsHigh Pressure / Intermediate Pressure / Low / Auxiliary Steam systemsInstrument and / or Service Air SystemsDemineralized (DM) water supply and make up systemsService and Potable water supply systemP&ID developmentPerforming calculations such as pipe sizing calculations, pipe thickness calculations, pump sizing calculation, control valve sizing calculations, heat exchanger sizing, atm. tank sizing etc.Preparation of technical specifications for mechanical equipment, piping, and valvesWorking knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations related to nuclear power plantsWritten technical communicationsIntermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable codes, standards, and regulations related to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plantsMinimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program or equivalent experienceMinimum of 5 years related work experienceHolds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessaryCertifications
Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.
Work Environment and Schedule
This position would require working in a typical office environment. The role may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use; site visits may involve crouching, grasping, and standing / walking for extended periods.Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based on manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.Salary Plan : REG : Registered Engineering
Job Grade : 016
EEO and Diversity : BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
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