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Mechanical Engineer - Mid, Senior & Principal Levels

ENERCON
$90,000.00 - $177,450.00 /Yr.
United States, Alabama, Birmingham
10 Inverness Center Parkway (Show on map)
Jan 14, 2026
Overview

Become a part of ENERCON as a Mechanical Design or Mechanical Project Engineer. We are seeking talented Mechanical Engineers at all experience levels, from early-career professionals to principal engineers.

Our Mechanical Engineer career path has many options. You can bring your experience to our mid-level and senior roles, or step into a principal engineer position where you'll lead and mentor others. We continually invest in our employees and provide training and tools for advancement, development, and career progression-whether you prefer a path to become a subject matter or technical expert, a people leader, a project manager, or a leader in business development. We can discuss full-time, part-time, or temporary roles.

Whether you are just starting your career or bring years of experience, we encourage you to explore our exciting opportunity and become part of our innovative and impactful team.

What divisions could you work for?

  • Nuclear Services Group (NSG)
  • ENERCON Federal Services (EFS)
  • Data Center Mission Critical (DCMC)
  • Energy Group (EG)

Responsibilities

A typical day may include being part of a multi-discipline engineering team for major projects such as cooling water systems (pumps, motors, control systems, piping, heat exchangers) for existing or new power plants. Other days you may be leading simple design projects such as valve replacements or writing engineering reports (such as corrosion studies or pros and cons of different equipment). You will also:

  • Deliver High-Quality Engineering Documents: Prepare accurate and error-free drawings, sketches, calculations, and analyses that meet industry codes, standards, and regulations, ensuring client needs are met with precision
  • Adhere to Standards: Develop engineering documents in alignment with client, ENERCON, and regulatory requirements while following established procedures, processes, and project directives
  • Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep your knowledge sharp and current with industry codes, standards, safety culture principles, and advanced design techniques tailored to the nuclear sector
  • Commit to Excellence: Produce engineering deliverables that meet stringent quality assurance standards, aligning with project scopes and exceeding client expectations
  • Build Lasting Client Relationships: Establish trust and rapport with clients through clear communication, professional interactions, and the delivery of exceptional engineering solutions
  • Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with other teams to ensure designs are comprehensive, integrated, and consider the needs of all disciplines involved #LI-AS1
  • Get Hands-On in the Field: Travel to plant sites to connect with client personnel, conduct on-site walkdowns, and evaluate plant structures, systems, and components firsthand to inform project work

Qualifications

This position covers a range of internal levels. Minimum qualifications for our mid-level position are shown below:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
  • Minimum 3 years of experience with design of mechanical systems
  • Experience in one of the following industries highly preferred: engineering/design services, power generation, nuclear power, heavy industrial including chemical or pulp & paper, and government (DOE) projects
  • Good writing, presentation and communication skills
  • Ability to be an individual contributor and work effectively in teams
  • Proficient in Word and Excel

Please note: Some roles may involve work on federal contracts that require employees to be citizens of the United States. For those specific positions, only applicants who can confirm their status as U.S. citizens will be considered.

  • Senior Engineers typically have 7 years of post-graduate experience in a related role
  • Principal Engineers typically have 10 years of post-graduate experience in a related role
  • If you do not have 3 years of experience quite yet, we will transfer your information to our early talent team or you can view those openings here: Early Talent Opportunities


Pay Range

USD $90,000.00 - USD $177,450.00 /Yr.
Additional Information

ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth.

Please CLICK HERE to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role and working here at ENERCON.

When salary range is listed it reflects typical compensation for this role based on level and location. Actual pay depends on experience, skills, and education.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions. Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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