Zachry Group

20 de set. de 2026

Engineer VI Mechanical

Estados Unidos

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Position Summary

The Engineer VI is responsible for leading engineering and design activities associated with power plant upgrades, plant modifications, and new generation projects. This role requires extensive knowledge of power plant systems, structures, and components, as well as the ability to independently apply engineering principles, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will lead technical evaluations, develop design solutions, manage project execution, and collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary engineering teams to improve plant performance, safety, reliability, and efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Engineering Design
Lead engineering and design efforts for plant modifications, upgrades, and

capital projects.

Independently evaluate and apply engineering methods, standards, procedures, and design criteria.
Develop engineering specifications, modification packages, and design criteria documents.
Define project scope, technical requirements, and project deliverables.
Identify and select equipment, instrumentation, and system components.
Develop and evaluate system functionality and engineering solutions.
Resolve complex technical challenges using sound engineering judgment and industry best practices.

Nuclear Engineering & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable nuclear industry codes, standards, and regulations.
Apply knowledge of NRC requirements, plant licensing, operating procedures, and nuclear processes.
Support safety-focused engineering evaluations and plant improvements.
Promote engineering quality and technical excellence throughout project execution.

Project Leadership & Execution

Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives with minimal oversight.
Coordinate activities across engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.
Interface directly with clients, plant personnel, and leadership teams.
Drive project execution from concept development through implementation.
Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering and operational challenges.

Design Review & Quality Assurance

Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
Verify technical accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
Support design reviews, technical assessments, and quality assurance activities.
Ensure consistency and quality across engineering deliverables.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Provide technical oversight and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.
Mentor developing engineers and support professional growth initiatives.
Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams.

Field & Client Support

Conduct plant walkdowns, field investigations, and equipment assessments.
Support installation, startup, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
Travel to client sites as needed to support project execution.
Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and project stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

Education
Master's Degree in Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program; OR
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program plus 15

years of relevant hands-on engineering experience.

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Experience

Minimum 15 years of related engineering experience.
Direct field experience supporting nuclear plant projects.
Experience with plant operating procedures, engineering processes, and nuclear licensing activities.

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Preferred Qualifications

Education
Master's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Licensure

Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

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Skills & Competencies

Technical Expertise

Nuclear power plant systems and equipment
Engineering design and modification development
Nuclear codes and standards
NRC regulations and compliance
System evaluations and technical problem-solving
Plant operations and licensing processes

Leadership Skills

Engineering team leadership
Technical decision making
Mentoring and coaching
Project management and execution
Stakeholder engagement

Professional Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong presentation skills
Effective organizational and time-management abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities

Software Proficiency

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint

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Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Candidates must be able to

Obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities.
Pass required security and drug screenings.
Perform plant walkdowns in industrial environments.
Climb ladders and navigate elevated work areas.
Access security-controlled and restricted areas.
Enter confined spaces and controlled hazardous areas as necessary.
Travel to client sites and project locations.
Work overtime when required to support project schedules and plant outages.

Idiomas

Engineer VI Mechanical

Sobre a oportunidade

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates must be able to

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