Principal Engineer
$140k - $185kENERCON
Overview Our Federal Services Group is seeking a Principal Engineer to join the team. ENERCON Federal Services provides engineering design support across multiple DOE fronts, ranging from cutting-edge nuclear waste clean-up projects, next generation nuclear power generation research, and projects supporting America’s nuclear deterrent. Our work covers both nuclear and non-nuclear facilities as well as facility-related infrastructure. If you have 15 years of experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, we encourage you to read more about this exciting opportunity. This role is located in Aiken, SC. Responsibilities As a Principal Engineer, you'll lead cross-disciplinary collaboration, guiding projects from design to successful field execution. With a focus on excellence and teamwork, you’ll solve complex challenges and inspire your team to achieve outstanding results. Collaboration & Coordination: Oversee the technical coordination of multi-discipline engineering projects. Interface with various engineering disciplines Design & Estimating: Prepare design studies, scopes, and engineering estimates Procurement & Specifications: Develop equipment procurement specs, evaluate bids, and select equipment Technical Expertise: Perform engineering calculations and solve complex technical problems Field Engagement: Travel for client interfacing, walkdowns, field installation support, and start-up Leadership & Motivation: Lead teams with a positive attitude to achieve project goals aligned with ENERCON's excellence standards Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited university Minimum 15 years of design engineering experience doing the following: Preparing engineering calculations/analyses, design drawings and engineering reports Applying engineering expertise to the design and qualification of structures, systems, and components Producing procurement specifications and construction specifications Attending project meetings and performing field walkdowns Mentoring junior engineers Construction Administration Oversight experience strongly desired with experience: Ensuring the contractor builds according to technical specifications and drawings Managing project records, such as site visits, reports, and manuals Acting as the liaison between the project owner, engineers, and contractors Identifying potential issues early and managing contract risks Finalizing, reviewing, and approving project documentation Good writing, presentation and communication skills Ability to be an individual contributor and work effectively in teams Proficient in Word and Excel Professional Engineering License preferred Familiarity with DOE design engineering projects is preferred Must be a U.S. Citizen Approximate travel of 10% as needed Compensation Range USD $140,000.00 - USD $185,000.00 /Yr. Additional Information ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth. The compensation range listed is a good-faith estimate of the compensation expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, geographic location, and internal equity. Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We ask all candidates this question to better understand work authorization and any potential sponsorship needs. Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. AI Disclosure & Accommodations ENERCON may use AI or automated tools to assist with application review and communication. Human Decisions: All final hiring decisions are made solely by human reviewers. Your Rights: To request an accommodation or opt out of any automated review and/or communication, email View email address on click.appcast.io before applying. Opting out will not negatively impact your candidacy. #J-18808-Ljbffr
$160k
...Principal Mechanical Engineering Specialist - UF6 Separator Design & Industrialization Key Responsibilities ~ Lead the design, build, scale-up, and industrialization of a specialized vacuum system at the core of our CRISLA UF6 enrichment process. ~ This role will...SuggestedFull timeFor contractorsRelocation packageMonday to Friday- ...Principal Mechanical Engineering Specialist - Nuclear We are seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineering Specialist to lead the mechanical design, scale-up and industrialisation of highly specialised vacuum and process equipment within an advanced technology...SuggestedFull timeFor contractors
$135k - $185k
...Job Title: Sr. Materials Engineer Location: Oak Ridge, TN Pay Rate: Senior Engineer $135,000 - $185,000; Principal Engineer $160,000 - $255,000 Employment Type: Direct Hire Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Relocation Assistance, 401k match, unlimited...SuggestedFull timeRelocation package$140k - $185k
...Overview Our Federal Services Group is seeking a Principal Engineer to join the team. ENERCON Federal Services provides engineering design support across multiple DOE fronts, ranging from cutting-edge nuclear waste clean-up projects, next generation nuclear power generation...SuggestedContract workFor contractorsRemote work- ...Job Description Have you spent your career developing complex engineering systems and now want the opportunity to lead the development of genuinely groundbreaking technology? \n \n We're working with an innovative US technology company developing advanced laser-...Suggested
- ...is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for... ...and technical advancement. Position Overview As our Principal Data Engineer for Semantic Modeling & Industrial Knowledge Architecture...For contractorsLocal areaFlexible hours
$250k - $320k
...Title: Vice President, Mechanical Engineering Salary: $250,000 – $320,000 + Executive Equity + Relocation Package Location: Oak Ridge, Tennessee We are partnering with a venture-backed advanced clean energy scale-up transitioning from core R&D into active hardware...Full timeRelocation packageShift work$200k - $217k
...we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear...For contractorsLocal areaFlexible hours- ...Job Description Job Description Summary: MS Technology, Inc. is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to provide technical leadership, engineering oversight, and strategic direction for complex nuclear, industrial, and Department of Energy (DOE) projects. The...Temporary workFor subcontractorWork at office
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager for the Second Target Station (STS) project. The STS is an ~ $2 Billion, Department of Energy project to be constructed at the ORNL Spallation Neutron Source (SNS). The STS will provide wholly...Work at officeRelocation packageFlexible hours
$100k - $150k
...strategic leadership, and client partnership to deliver high-impact, mission-critical solutions.You'll work at the intersection of engineering excellence and program delivery, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with FAA and industry...Temporary workWork at officeFlexible hours- Position Details: The Project Manager leads multiple engineering and equipment delivery projects from initiation through closeout. The PM serves as the primary client contact and owns scope, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction. A responsible engineer on each project...Contract workFor subcontractorWork at office
- Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking a Project Controls Manager to support our client in Oak Ridge, TN. BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national...Full timeTemporary workFor subcontractorMonday to Friday
- ...Technical Support with top DOE, NRC and DOD clientele HukariAscendent is a Women‑Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities....Full time
- Engineering Manager (Machining & Assembly) The Engineering Manager leads engineering initiatives, ensuring efficiency, quality, and innovation. This role requires expertise in project planning, process design, and process control, with a strong background in automotive...
- ...preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors* Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering and design firms* Establish a deadline and monitor the progress of the project* Drive a culture of safety on the project site*...Full timeContract workFor contractorsWork experience placementFor subcontractorWork at office
- ...Ridge, TN, Johnson City, TN, or Aiken, SC Position Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the engineering, design, and construction of a new fuel fabrication facility. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the full project...Contract workFor contractorsFor subcontractor
$131.48k - $207k
...we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear...For contractorsLocal areaFlexible hours- Position Summary Barnhart Energy Company, a sister company of Barnhart Crane and Rigging, is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our team. Leads the Project Team to develop and maintain an overall project resource loaded schedule, including projections of field...Contract work
$79k - $119k
...we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear...For contractorsLocal areaFlexible hours- ...Job Description Job Description Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting for a LPF Projects Scheduler in Oak Ridge, TN. An active DOE Q level clearance is required to be considered for this position. Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal...Contract workTemporary workFor contractorsWork at officeLocal area
- ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Project Scheduler to join our team supporting the DOE's Y-12 National Security Complex ! This position is full-time and will be based out of Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Responsibilities Responsible for executing technical activities of assigned...Full timeWork at office
- ...growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (...For contractorsWork at office
$80k - $100k
...and mentor Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents, and trade partners. Build strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and inspectors. Oversee procurement, contract negotiation, and cost tracking. Ensure compliance with codes, safety requirements...Full timeContract workFor contractorsFor subcontractorWork at office- ...16991 Overview:The Field Intelligence Operations Division (FIOD) of the National Security Directorate (NSSD) is seeking a Senior Engineer for a Classified High Performance Computing (HPC) Storage & Infrastructure role, helping shape the secure, high-performance computing...Work at officeRelocation packageFlexible hours
- ...Supply Chain Engineer Oak Ridge, TN Standard Nuclear is fueling America's nuclear renaissance at industrial scale. Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power—enabling cost-effective, safe, and secure energy for the world. The Supply...Permanent employmentWork at office
- ...About You You are a results‑driven project leader with a strong technical background and a track record of managing sophisticated engineering or scientific programmes. You’re confident operating in multidisciplinary environments and comfortable engaging with both...For contractors
- ...What if your vacuum engineering expertise could help develop an entirely new approach to uranium enrichment? We're working with an innovative nuclear technology company developing advanced laser-based uranium enrichment technology, with the potential to play a significant...Full time
- ...Position: Project Engineer Salary Range : Level III: $110,000 to $135,000 / Level IV: $140,00 to $165,000 Benefits: Robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with %5 employer match, Short Term and Long Term Incentive Program (bonuses), Annual Merit Increase...Full timeTemporary workFor subcontractorWork at officeRelocationRelocation packageMonday to Friday
- ...Mechanical Engineering Specialist Oak Ridge, Tennessee Work on technology that could change the future of nuclear energy. You’ll join a team developing patented, advanced laser technology designed to transform uranium enrichment and support the next generation...Full timeRelocation package
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