The Nuclear Company
Staff Mechanical Engineer
$150K–$173K
Columbia, South Carolina +1 · Staff · Full-time · Posted Sep 1, 2026
- Location
- Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina, United States - Experience
- 8+ years of engineering experience.
- Education
- B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from ABET Accredited University.
- Visa sponsorship
- Certain positions may involve access to information and technology subject to U.S. export controls, which may limit consideration of certain applicants.
About the job
Leads the design, analysis, and maintenance of mechanical systems and components for nuclear plants and related projects, ensuring safety, regulatory, and quality requirements are met.
What you'll do
- Design and analyze mechanical systems and components; prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and modification packages.
- Diagnose equipment failures, support root cause analyses, and develop corrective actions.
- Provide technical guidance, review vendor documentation, and collaborate across engineering disciplines and project teams.
What they ask for
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Accredited University.
- Engineering in Training (EIT) license.
- 8+ years of engineering experience.
- Must be capable of obtaining security clearance for unescorted access to a nuclear station.
Nice to have
- Professional Engineer license; causal analysis experience; qualified standard design experience.
- Familiarity with AI-augmented simulation tools, digital twins, or IoT-integrated monitoring systems.
Pay
$150,000 - $173,000 annually (USD) base salary
Tools
AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS, AI-augmented engineering simulation tools, digital twin technologies, IoT-integrated monitoring systems, machine learning, NOS
AI focus
Expected to leverage AI and technology to improve work and workflows and contribute to the Nuclear Operating System. Preferred exposure includes AI-augmented simulation and machine-learning-enabled monitoring for analysis, optimization, and maintenance.
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