About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Mechanical Engineer role supports nuclear power and power-plant mechanical engineering projects. You will:

• Apply fundamentals of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics to engineering tasks
• Prepare calculations, equipment sizing, optimization evaluations, specifications, and technical reports to support recommendations and design reviews
• Support system engineering activities including design, modification, and analysis of power-plant mechanical systems
• Work with project teams and other mechanical engineers to develop fabrication drawings, models, and technical documentation
• Participate in design reviews and, when required, travel to vendor offices or plant sites for construction coordination and field verification

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (strong academic background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, or thermal systems)
• Solid understanding of engineering design techniques, tools, and principles for producing technical plans and drawings
• Experience preparing engineering calculations and clear technical reports
• Strong numerical and problem-solving ability
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work on a contract, full-time basis

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Preferred (Valued) Qualifications

• Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program
• Related engineering internship or co-op experience
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed / Engineer in Training (EIT) designation
• Coursework or exposure to power engineering, turbomachinery, or energy conversion
• Experience documenting mechanical engineering calculations and selections

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Travel & Tools

• Occasional travel to client or vendor offices and to plant sites may be required for design reviews and construction coordination
• Familiarity or interest in emerging digital tools (automation, data tools, or AI-assisted research/analysis) is valued; employees remain accountable for professional judgment when using such tools

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Location & Work Authorization

• Location: Chicago, IL (on-site / client-location work as project needs require)
• The Confidential Client does not sponsor employees for U.S. work authorization for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $62,998 - $90,586 per year
• Benefits typically include:
  • Health: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance; Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP); FSA & HSA options
  • Financial benefits: 401(k), tuition assistance, commuter accounts, and referral/bonus programs
  • Work-life: Paid vacation, paid personal/sick time, paid parental leave, paid holidays, and flexible work arrangements

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About the Confidential Client

Confidential Client is a leading engineering firm working on power generation projects, including nuclear power and related infrastructure. The team supports advanced reactor technologies, small modular reactors (SMRs), life-extension programs, and digital modernization projects. This role offers a chance to contribute to carbon‑free energy initiatives in a technical, collaborative environment.

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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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