Senior Mechanical Engineer (Chemicals)

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER – NUCLEAR TEAM

Role Summary

Join our Nuclear team as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, supporting the delivery of complex industrial projects. In this role, you will contribute to the design and execution of mechanical systems across the full project lifecycle—from early concept development through detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, high-quality solutions that align with project objectives, client requirements, and industry standards. This position offers the opportunity to take on technical leadership responsibilities, support project delivery, and contribute to a collaborative and safety-focused engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide project oversight as Project Discipline Lead, integrating design activities in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget requirements
• Lead or support a mechanical discipline team, including engineers and designers, to deliver project objectives
• Deliver mechanical engineering services that meet company, client, and regulatory requirements
• Serve as Mechanical Lead on projects, when assigned

Technical Execution

• Support the planning and execution of mechanical engineering work, including:
• Participating in project meetings
• Preparing progress updates
• Following established review procedures

• Help ensure project scope is clearly defined and that changes are managed in accordance with project processes

• Contribute to procurement, construction, and commissioning activities, such as:
• Preparing requisitions
• Supporting technical bid evaluations

• Outline project requirements, actively promote workshare where appropriate, assign tasks, and supervise progress

• Ensure that required services meet client and applicable regulatory requirements, on time and within budget

• Collaborate with stakeholders to address and resolve technical questions or discrepancies

• Communicate effectively with team members, project stakeholders, and clients

• Identify challenges, contribute to solutions, and seek input when appropriate

• Maintain awareness of relevant developments and innovations in mechanical engineering

• Provide guidance and knowledge sharing within the mechanical engineering team

What You Will Bring

Technical & Industry Experience

• Experience supporting projects in nuclear, refining, chemical, or petrochemical facilities, or similar industrial environments
• Experience contributing to multiple phases of engineering projects, from early concept through detailed design, including work on nuclear systems or facilities
• Strong technical and practical mechanical engineering skills, with the ability to deliver accurate and timely work
• Understanding of core mechanical engineering principles and general awareness of related engineering disciplines
• Familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements, including nuclear-specific standards where applicable
• Experience using mechanical engineering design tools and general business software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and project environments

Education & Credentials

• Required: Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering field)
• 8+ years of relevant professional experience, including experience in the nuclear sector
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the US with the ability to obtain licensure in West Virginia
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Willingness to work in or relocate to the Charleston, West Virginia area