Engineer, Mechanical Design - Uprates

As an Engineer, Mechanical Design - Uprates at Constellation, you will focus on advanced technical solving for high and low-pressure turbines and generators. Your responsibilities will include managing and implementing engineering analyses, providing technical oversight on large capital projects, and ensuring that operational equipment meets industry codes and standards.

For the Engineer, Mechanical Design - Uprates role, Constellation requires a B.S. in Engineering. A minimum of 2 years of nuclear experience is needed for the mid-level position, while for the senior role, at least 5 years of related experience is required. Professional Engineering Registration or advanced technical coursework is also preferred.

In this position, you'll be involved in large capital projects focusing on turbines and generators, providing technical and administrative oversight. You'll attend OEM meetings, participate in factory acceptance tests, and ensure that vendors meet equipment delivery standards, all aimed at improving nuclear plant operations.

The expected salary range for the Engineer, Mechanical Design - Uprates position at Constellation is between $88,000 and $141,000 per year. The exact salary will depend on your level of experience and qualifications, with competitive compensation reflecting your contributions to the team.

Constellation offers a robust benefits package for the Engineer, Mechanical Design - Uprates role, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, a generous 401(k) with company match, a bonus program, and paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days to ensure a fulfilling personal and professional life.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you've worked on turbine and generator systems. Discuss your role, the challenges faced, and the outcomes achieved. Be sure to mention any relevant codes and regulations you're familiar with.

Describe your problem-solving process, emphasizing analytical skills and collaboration. Mention specific tools or methodologies you utilize to recommend equipment and address design flaws effectively.

Share instances where you've interacted with Original Equipment Manufacturers. Provide details on the nature of the projects, your responsibilities during OEM meetings, and how you ensured compliance with project specifications.

List specific engineering design software and tools you have experience with, determining how each can support mechanical design tasks. Be prepared to provide examples of how these tools were crucial in past projects.

Walk the interviewer through a specific project, addressing your role, the team involved, the objective, the outcomes, and key learnings. Show how your contributions directly led to project success.

Mention resources you rely on, such as professional organizations, journals, webinars, or workshops. Discuss how continuous learning contributes to your effectiveness as an engineer in the nuclear field.

Emphasize your time management skills and provide an example of a project where you successfully met a deadline. Discuss prioritization and how effective communication played a role in your success.

Discuss your familiarity with engineering documentation processes and configuration management. Highlight your approach to ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to engineering standards.

Talk about the importance of collaboration in engineering. Provide examples of how you’ve worked effectively with diverse teams to achieve common goals, focusing on communication and sharing knowledge.

Express your passion for clean energy and how your engineering skills can impact Constellation's mission. Highlight any specific projects or values of the company that resonate with you.