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Senior Mechanical Designer 2 -- Energy & Industrial
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Tampa, FL, 33602
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Description
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
- As a member of the mechanical design team, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model.
- Challenging assignments that include the design of mechanical systems, and investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical design issues.
- Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics.
- Participate in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model.
- Provide support to other designers and project team members in order to ensure a complete and timely design.
- Independently and as a member of a design team, plan and execute mechanical design deliverables, such as general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings.
- Accompany engineers in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
- Provide guidance to others in the use of drafting tools, and also as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
- 12 or more years of detailed physical design experience in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports.
- Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models.
- Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables.
- Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.
Valued but not required experience:
- Proficiency with MicroStation.
- Experience with Laser Scanning and working with Point Clouds.
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Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$82,120.00 - $128,570.00Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.About This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.
Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
This position involves detailed mechanical design within energy and industrial sectors, focusing on integrating renewable technologies like carbon capture and photovoltaic solar projects into 3D mechanical models, ensuring layouts meet advanced power generation requirements and support decarbonization efforts.
Proficiency in 3D modeling software for plant layouts is essential, along with experience using tools like MicroStation and familiarity with laser scanning techniques, which are increasingly valued in Tampa’s evolving energy and industrial design markets.
Designers often encounter complex mechanical system troubleshooting, coordination across multi-disciplinary teams, and the need to adapt designs to comply with stringent energy sector standards, all while managing hybrid work dynamics prevalent in Tampa's professional environment.
While both roles require deep engineering knowledge, a Senior Mechanical Designer 2 emphasizes detailed physical layout drafting, 3D modeling, and coordination of mechanical schematics, often bridging design and engineering teams to ensure precise constructability.
Certifications in CAD software like MicroStation, plus specialized training in laser scanning or point cloud processing, can enhance a candidate’s competitiveness given Tampa’s focus on cutting-edge engineering solutions within the energy industry.
Tampa’s growing energy sector, especially in renewables and industrial projects, offers promising opportunities, but candidates with over a decade of mechanical design experience and hybrid work adaptability tend to stand out amid moderate hiring competition.
Sargent & Lundy provides comprehensive health coverage, flexible hybrid schedules, paid parental leave, and merit scholarships, all contributing to a supportive work-life balance that appeals to experienced mechanical designers in the Tampa region.
The company fosters mentorship roles, encourages cross-disciplinary collaboration, and offers opportunities to work on innovative projects in renewable energy and carbon capture, enabling senior designers to expand expertise and leadership within the sector.
Salaries for this role typically range between $82,120 and $128,570 annually, reflecting experience levels and the integration of specialized mechanical design skills essential in energy and industrial project environments.
The hybrid schedule balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, allowing mechanical designers to engage effectively with project teams while enjoying reduced commute times and increased focus on complex design tasks from home.