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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking a Strategic Mechanical Engineer to support nuclear plant operations. This role can be filled at Entry, Mid, or Senior levels. Candidates will work on engineering and technical tasks that ensure compliance with safety analyses, industry codes, and regulatory requirements.

• Location: Chadwick, IL
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Engineering

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Primary Purpose

Responsible for performing engineering and technical tasks, under direct supervision, in support of nuclear plant operations. Work will focus on producing safe, compliant engineering deliverables and supporting engineering work functions across the site.

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What You’ll Do

• Assure engineering products meet applicable safety analyses, industry codes, and regulatory requirements
• Perform assigned engineering and technical tasks to support plant operations
• Support engineering work functions and collaborate with multi-discipline teams
• Participate in department coverage, emergency response, and outage support as required
• Assist with documentation, reviews, and technical evaluations to support safe operation

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Salary & Total Rewards

Expected salary ranges (based on level and experience):

• Entry-Level: $87,000 per year
• Mid-Level: $92,700 - $114,000 per year
• Senior Level: $122,400 - $154,000 per year

Ranges are per year and paired with a comprehensive benefits package that may include bonus eligibility, 401(k) match, medical/dental/vision, paid time off, and other employee programs.

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Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Entry Level (E01) — New Graduate

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Nuclear)
• Ability to meet required site access and medical/fit-for-duty requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Mid-Level (E02)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Nuclear)
• Approximately 2 years of nuclear or related engineering experience
• Ability to meet required site access and medical/fit-for-duty requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Senior (E03)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Nuclear)
• Approximately 5 years of nuclear or related engineering experience
• Ability to meet required site access and medical/fit-for-duty requirements

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Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
• Experience working in nuclear plant operations or regulated industrial environments
• Strong attention to regulatory compliance, codes, and safety documentation

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Working Environment & Legal Requirements

This role supports on-site nuclear facility operations. Candidates must be able to maintain required site access (including any unescorted access) and pass applicable medical and fitness-for-duty evaluations. Compliance with site-specific policies, including emergency response and outage support expectations, is required.

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Keywords & Skills (for visibility)

• Strategic Mechanical Engineer
• Mechanical engineering — nuclear plant operations
• Entry-level mechanical engineer
• Senior mechanical engineer
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• Chadwick, IL engineering jobs

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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