Mechanical Engineer Consultant 2 - Nuclear
$145,310–$222,001 year
HybridCary, North Carolina, United States
Cary, North Carolina, United StatesHybridFull Time$145,310–$222,001 yearLarge
Full TimeLarge
Job Summary
Conduct consulting-level work for power uprates in the nuclear industry, interfacing with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and project status. Develop engineering proposals and cost estimates while managing resources, resource loading, and budget development. Review calculations for heat balances, power train pumps, and plant hazards; evaluate vendor bids and ensure equipment compliance with specifications. Lead and mentor junior engineering staff, perform independent reviews of work performed by others, and attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope.
Required Qualifications
- BSME from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
- Strong academic background
- Interest in thermodynamics
- Interest in heat transfer
- Interest in fluid mechanics
- 10 or more years of experience in the nuclear power industry
- Experience with nuclear power uprates
- Experience with turbine retrofit projects
- Experience and practical knowledge in Power Uprates (EPU/SPU/MUR)
- Experience and practical knowledge in Power Uprate pinch point assessments
- Experience and practical knowledge in task reports
- Experience and practical knowledge in Turbine / Generator / AVR / Exciter Refurbishments
- Experience and practical knowledge in Heat Exchanger Replacement (FWH/MSR/TFP)
- Experience and practical knowledge in Isophase Bus Duct
- Experience and practical knowledge in Transformer/Switchyard
- Experience and practical knowledge in NSSS Systems
- Experience and practical knowledge in Licensing Application
- Excellent technical report writing skills
- Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to a project design
- Strong interest in numerical computations
- Strong interest in problem solving
- Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Excellent written communication skills
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- MSME from an ABET accredited program
- PE License
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