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Senior Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company

Rock Hill, SC · HybridJob$85–107K/yrPosted 2w agoStill listed today

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Compensation
$85–107K/yr
Location
Rock Hill, SCHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Engineer-In-Training, requiredBachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides technical leadership in the design, analysis, modification, and support of mechanical systems and components for nuclear power plant operations. The role supports safe and reliable plant performance while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and plant procedures. It reports to the Manager, Procurement Engineering and may be based at one of several listed facilities, with hybrid or remote work potentially available depending on location and candidate experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical System Design, requiredMechanical System Analysis, requiredMechanical Troubleshooting, requiredRegulatory Compliance, requiredEquipment Qualification, nice to haveEnvironmental Analysis, nice to haveSeismic Analysis, nice to haveAging Management, nice to haveNuclear Plant Licensing, nice to haveModification Processes, nice to haveConfiguration Management, nice to haveANSYS, nice to haveAutoCAD, nice to haveSolidWorks, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or Related, requiredEngineer-in-Training, required4+ Years Experience, requiredPower Plant Experience, nice to haveProfessional Engineer, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace. About the role:

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer you will provide technical leadership and expertise in the design, analysis, modification, and support of mechanical systems and components for nuclear power plant operations. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and plant-specific procedures, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.

You will report to the Manager, Procurement Engineering and be located at our Lawerenceville GA, Cranberry Township, PA -or- Rock Hill, SC facility (Candidates may be able to work hybrid in other Westinghouse locations in the US). Remote work may be considered dependent on the experience level of the candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and perform engineering evaluations, calculations, and analyses for mechanical systems, components, and equipment (e.g., pumps, valves, heat exchangers, piping, pressure vessels).

  • Develop, review, and approve design changes, modifications, and engineering documents in accordance with plant procedures and regulatory requirements.

  • Provide technical support for maintenance, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of mechanical system issues.

  • Prepare and review procurement specifications, engineering change packages, and work instructions.

  • Interface with regulatory agencies, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues and ensure compliance.

  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support staff.

  • Participate in plant walkdowns, system health monitoring, and operability assessments.

  • Support outage planning, execution, and post-outage reviews for mechanical systems.

  • Ensure adherence to industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME, NRC, IEEE) and plant licensing basis.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (required)

  • Engineer-In-Training (EIT)

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience

  • Demonstrated experience with mechanical system design, analysis, and troubleshooting in a regulated environment.

  • Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Beneficial:

  • Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE)

  • Experience with equipment qualification, environmental and seismic analysis, and aging management programs.

  • Power Plant experience

  • Familiarity with nuclear plant licensing, modification processes, and configuration management.

  • Proficiency with engineering software tools (e.g., ANSYS, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $85,200 to $106,500 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

  • Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

  • Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement

  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

  • Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance

  • Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers

  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

  • Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

  • Safety and Quality

  • Integrity and Trust

  • Customer Focus and Innovation

  • Speed and Passion to Win

  • Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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How this job compares

Set against the 1,741 open Mechanical Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$85–107K/yr
  • US median$115–187K/yr871 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $96K, is 36% below the US median midpoint ($149K) — in the lowest quarter of Mechanical Engineering salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 27 open Mechanical Engineering jobs in South Carolina and 1,741 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in South Carolina
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Mechanical Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (976 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 777 of the 1,741 open Mechanical Engineering jobs (45%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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