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Design Engineer

EGS, Inc.
Aiken, SC Contractor
POSTED ON 1/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026

🚧 Now Hiring: Engineers & Designers | DOE & Nuclear Projects 🚧


We are seeking experienced Engineers and Designers to support multiple U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and nuclear projects, including work at national laboratories, nuclear facilities, and advanced energy programs. These long-term contract roles support highly regulated, safety-critical environments.


Professionals with direct nuclear experience are strongly preferred. Candidates with backgrounds in pharmaceutical, oil & gas, petrochemical, or advanced manufacturing, especially those accustomed to regulated EPC environments—are also encouraged to apply.


🔧 Open Disciplines

• Piping Designers (SmartPlant 3D, Plant 3D, CADWorx)

• Mechanical Engineers & Designers

• Electrical & Instrumentation Engineers / Designers

• Civil & Structural Engineers / Designers

• Process Engineers

• Project Controls, Field Engineering & Construction Support


🛠 What You’ll Do

• Support DOE and nuclear EPC projects from design through construction

• Develop and review engineering and design deliverables compliant with nuclear codes, DOE orders, and federal regulations

• Coordinate across multiple disciplines to resolve design, constructability, and safety issues

• Interpret P&IDs, specifications, vendor data, and safety basis documentation

• Participate in design reviews, model reviews, and readiness activities

• Provide field, construction, and commissioning support as required


✅ Requirements

• Nuclear or DOE project experience preferred (commercial nuclear, national labs, fuel cycle, waste, or remediation)

• EPC experience in regulated environments (nuclear, pharma, oil & gas, industrial)

• Proficiency in relevant engineering and design tools

• Strong understanding of codes, standards, and QA requirements

• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

• U.S. Citizenship required (federal project requirement)

• Ability to pass background checks and meet clearance eligibility, as applicable


🌟 Why Join

• Long-term contract roles on high-visibility nuclear and DOE programs

• Competitive pay and benefits

• Remote, hybrid, and site-based options (role dependent)

• Reimbursable GSA per diem may apply for those who qualify

• Opportunity for contract extensions and future nuclear project work


📩 Interested?

Apply here or message directly (leslie@egs-partners.com) to discuss current and upcoming DOE and nuclear opportunities.

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