Senior/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Nuclear Power
Enercon Services
Chattanooga, TN · Posted November 2, 2026
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About the job
...Enercon Services, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Nuclear Design Group in multiple U.S. locations, including Chattanooga, TN. The role offers progression from engineer to senior/principal levels, with mentoring and advancement opportunities across...