Mechanical Engineer SR

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location : Waynesboro, GA

Contract- 3 Years

Client- Southern Nuclear

Position Overview

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will serve as the technical lead for mechanical system design in support of new generation, environmental, and retrofit projects across power generation and heavy industrial facilities. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to independently make sound engineering decisions while directing design efforts and supporting field teams as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Lead mechanical engineering design for small and medium retrofit, environmental, and new generation projects

Perform mechanical design activities including :

Pipe sizing & routing

Material selection

Valve selection & specification

Pipe support design

Equipment layout & equipment specifications

Develop and review P&IDs , equipment datasheets, and mechanical deliverables

Conduct hydraulic calculations; Pipe-Flo or equivalent software preferred

Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and engineering estimates

Provide technical direction to designers and review design output

Support system checkouts, commissioning, and startup as needed

Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements

Collaborate closely with plant staff, engineering teams, contractors, and vendors

Make independent engineering decisions with limited information and guidance

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited program)

20+ years of mechanical engineering experience in power generation or heavy industrial settings

Extensive hands-on experience in :

Piping system design

Hydraulic / pump system calculations

Equipment selection (tanks, pumps, heat exchangers, valves, BOP equipment)

P&ID development & checking

Strong knowledge of :

Engineering design principles

ASME, API, and other relevant codes & standards

Demonstrated ability to lead design work and mentor designers

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Pipe-Flo or similar hydraulic modeling software experience

Experience supporting commissioning and plant startup