Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 – Power Uprates, Nuclear

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Conduct consulting-level activities for power uprates within the nuclear sector.

• Collaborate with clients and project teams to deliver technical discussions and updates on project status.

• Create engineering proposals and cost estimates.

• Oversee resource management and loading, as well as develop estimates for task completion and budgets.

• Assess calculations pertaining to heat balances, power train pumps, heat exchangers, condensers/heat sinks, and plant hazards.

• Evaluate task reports and equipment assessments to ensure they contain clear and concise technical information that meets client specifications.

• Analyze equipment sizing, optimization assessments, and selections for proposed power uprates.

• Review vendor bids from a technical standpoint.

• Engage with vendors, examine documents, and confirm equipment compliance with plant specifications and requirements.

• Guide and mentor junior engineering personnel on tasks related to power plant engineering.

• Conduct independent reviews of calculations and the preparation of drawings.

• Participate in client meetings and site walkdowns to confirm the scope and guarantee client satisfaction.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from a program accredited by the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission is required.

• Strong academic foundation and a keen interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the nuclear power sector.

• Experience with nuclear power uprates and/or turbine retrofit projects.

• Practical experience and knowledge in one or more areas such as: Power Uprates (EPU/SPU/MUR); power uprate pinch point assessments and/or task reports; turbine/generator/AVR/exciter refurbishments; heat exchanger replacements (FWH/MSR/TFP); isophase bus duct; transformer/switchyard; NSSS systems; licensing applications.

• Outstanding technical report writing abilities.

• Familiarity with practical mechanical engineering and technology utilized in project design.

• Strong enthusiasm for numerical computations and problem-solving.

• Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations relevant to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not available.

• A Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from an ABET-accredited program and a Professional Engineer (PE) License are desirable but not mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans.

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.

• Life & Accident Insurance.

• Disability Coverage.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Back-Up Daycare services.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA).

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Pre-Tax Commuter Account.

• Merit Scholarship Program.

• Employee Discount Program.

• Corporate Charitable Giving Program.

• Tuition Assistance.

• Bonus for First Professional Licensure.

• Employee Referral Bonus.

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST).

• Paid Vacation.

• Paid Holidays.

• Paid Parental Leave.

• Paid Bereavement Leave.

• Flexible Work Arrangements.

• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available for eligible positions.