Lead Mechanical Engineer

Project: Power Uprate Project

Pay Rate: Not Defined / need Candidate’s requested rate

Duration: Initially 11 months (could be up to 2 years)

Schedule: 40 Hours per week

PD: $178.00/day (7 days per week)

Mob / Demob: $500.00 each way ($1,000 total)

This role is a dual-function position, operating as both a Lead Responsible Engineer (RE) / Design Engineer and a hands-on field engineer with the capability to develop and execute test plans for mechanical systems undergoing commissioning.

Responsibilities: 

• Serve as Lead Responsible Engineer (RE) on mechanical system modifications and design change packages.

• Prepare and review engineering calculations, design input documents, and technical evaluations in accordance with applicable codes and QA requirements.

• Perform plant walkdowns to verify field conditions and validate design inputs.

• Write, review, and execute test plans and startup procedures for mechanical systems undergoing commissioning or return to service.

• Provide field engineering support during modification implementation, including disposition of NCRs and field change requests.

• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and outage planning teams to support modification execution.

• Support 50.59 screenings and evaluations as applicable.

Requirements: 

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution.

• 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a nuclear power plant environment.

• Demonstrated experience as a Lead or Responsible Engineer on nuclear design modifications.

• Field experience with mechanical systems in an operating nuclear facility.

• Proven ability to develop test plans and startup/surveillance test procedures.

• Working knowledge of 10 CFR 50, ASME Section III/XI, and NQA-1 quality assurance requirements.

Preferred: 

• Former Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license or certification – strongly preferred.

• Experience at a Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) facility.

• Prior experience performing or reviewing 50.59 screenings and evaluations.

• Nuclear plant outage engineering experience.

Physical Requirements: Must be capable of climbing, walking, kneeling, bending, and lifting as part of daily job responsibilities. Ability to lift a minimum of 35 – 60 lbs.