Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
$84,762–$129,498 year
On-siteKnoxville, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Conduct nuclear power plant systems design, including preparation or review of modification packages, performance specifications, functional mechanical drawings, engineering analyses, technical specifications, and vendor bid evaluations. Lead teams in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs. Oversee engineers who program or script to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs. This role supports life extensions, digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, and international nuclear new-build projects within the Nuclear Power Group.
Required Qualifications
- BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the power industry
- Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
- Experience in the analysis, design, and licensing requirements of mechanical and nuclear systems and components for nuclear power plants
- Full-time (5 days/week) on-site position at TRISO-X Fuel Fabrication Facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Desired Qualifications
- Experience leading others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs
- Experience directing automation and process-improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked
- Experience overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs
- Additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows
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