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Sr Mechanical Engineer/Project Engineer

Actalent
Baxley, GA Contractor
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026

Job Title: Sr Mechanical Engineer/Project Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr Mechanical Engineer/Project Engineer with 5 to 10 years of experience in nuclear power plant modification projects. The ideal candidate will perform Owner Acceptance Reviews and fulfill Responsible Design Engineer duties to support the Capital Extended Power Upgrade project. A Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Owner Acceptance Reviews for nuclear power plant modification projects.
  • Fulfill Responsible Design Engineer duties for the Hatch Capital Extended Power Uprate project.

Essential Skills

  • 5-10 years of experience in nuclear power plant modification projects.
  • Proficiency in mechanical design and engineering.
  • Experience in design review processes.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • In-depth knowledge of nuclear power engineering principles.

Work Environment

The position is on-site at Plant Hatch. Candidates will work in a highly technical and collaborative environment, engaging with state-of-the-art technologies within the nuclear power sector.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Baxley, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baxley,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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