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Mechanical Engineer I

Westinghouse Electric·Rock Hill, SC·Posted June 2026
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Mechanical Engineer I supporting Westinghouse nuclear energy solutions. Design, analyze, and evaluate mechanical systems for operating nuclear power plants (PWR/BWR), new reactor designs (AP1000, eVinci), and fuel fabrication facilities. Work within a multi-discipline engineering team at the Rockhill, SC facility, applying ASME and ANSI codes & standards to complex nuclear systems.

Responsibilities

  • Apply engineering principles and ASME/ANSI codes & standards to design, analysis, and evaluation of mechanical systems for operating and new nuclear plants
  • Resolve technical issues for operating nuclear power plants, AP1000 and eVinci new reactor designs, and fuel fabrication facility projects
  • Develop calculations and technical reports documenting design and analysis results following ASME Section III code requirements and international codes
  • Collaborate with electrical, civil/structural, and other discipline engineers on cross-functional project teams
  • Present technical materials and design justification to customers and external vendors
  • Execute work within established scope, budget, and schedule parameters

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • GPA 3.0 or above
  • Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
  • Proficiency in English

Desired

  • Power industry and nuclear power plant experience
  • Familiarity with ASME Section III design criteria
  • Ability to coordinate information flow across multiple functional teams
  • Multilingual proficiency
  • Strong accuracy and attention to detail
  • Experience in international team environments
  • Willingness to relocate for short-term and long-term assignments

Location

Hybrid work arrangement based in Rockhill, SC. Relocation assistance not provided.

Job details

FieldEngineering
Salary$58k–$73k/yr
LocationRock Hill, SC
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJun 2026

Skills & Tools

ASME CodesAsme AnsiAP1000Mechanical EngineeringNuclear Systems

About the company

Westinghouse Electric

The world's leading nuclear energy company, supplying nuclear fuel, plant design, engineering and plant services to utilities worldwide. Headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA.

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