Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear Solutions

Requisition : 179910

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type:

Full Time

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking entry level Mechanical Engineers. We are looking for ideal candidates to grow the Kiewit team by helping establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools while also using these standards and tools to contribute to project success. Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts.

Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions provides comprehensive engineering, procurement, and construction services throughout North America, with expertise spanning all facets of the nuclear sector—from carbon‑free small modular reactors to Department of Energy initiatives. Our services support clients in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure industries.

Supported by Kiewit's 140‑year tradition of excellence, our integrated teams deliver solutions that distinguish us within the market. As our nuclear operations continue to grow, adding new locations across the United States, we remain steadfast in our commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, equipping our professionals with advanced technologies and resources.

Joining our team offers unique opportunities for growth and achievement. Employees benefit from rigorous training, continuous skill development, and participation in impactful projects across North America. In addition to a dynamic work environment, Kiewit provides competitive health benefits, a 401k plan, and avenues for professional advancement.

Kiewit offers a full‑service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets. With more than 2,000 engineers and design professionals, our expertise spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets.

This role is in Oak Ridge, TN or Lenexa, KS.

• Apply knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, and technical reports to support client reviews, as well as conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection based on project requirements.
• Support project teams with other Mechanical Engineers in system engineering, such as the design, modification, and analysis of power plant mechanical systems.
• Assist with designing piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs) for mechanical systems in projects related to commercial nuclear and small modular nuclear reactor technologies.
• Assist with preparing design calculations and specifications for major power plant equipment, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, boilers, condensers, cooling towers, pumps, air compressors, and water treatment systems.
• Assist with preparing mechanical engineering designs, including layouts, design sketches, and conceptual designs.
• Support procurement activities by evaluating vendor bids for compliance with technical specifications.
• May involve travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited four‑year university required;
  Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• GPA above 3.0 preferred.
• Proficient in basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Preferred experience using Bluebeam, AFT Fathom, AFT Arrow, and Bentley AutoPIPE software.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Must be a US citizen with documentation for badge access.
• Pass a security questionnaire and background check appropriate to position duties.

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate…