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Florida's mechanical engineer job market spans aerospace and defense contractors around Orlando and the Space Coast, naval and maritime operations in Jacksonville and Pensacola, and manufacturing across Tampa Bay. Major employers including Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman have historically sponsored mechanical engineers here, making Florida one of the more active states for visa sponsorship in this field.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 99766
Job Category: Energy
Location: Tampa, FL, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!
Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear to join our team in the United States.
In the nuclear sector, we are busier than ever. Our teams are developing first‑of‑a‑kind programs in fusion energy development, small and advanced modular reactor design, nuclear sustainability for waste processing and volume reduction, and transformation of the long‑term storage landscape, to name just a few.
If you are an entrepreneur with a technical soul, we want to hear from you. Join our team and help make a consequential difference.
You will be part of our nuclear group, where we ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical and piping engineering functions within multidisciplinary teams across nuclear and other sectors.
- Assist project teams in understanding project requirements related to scope, execution strategy, cost, and schedule.
- Ensure delivery of project requirements related to scope, cost, and schedule while following the Nuclear Quality Management System (NQMS).
- Support site field visits to obtain information and data in support of projects.
- Prepare, support, and review equipment identification and selection activities, including sizing, layout, technical specifications, and vendor information reviews.
- Prepare, support, and review piping system design activities, including hydraulic analysis, piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) development, material specification development, stress analysis, and layout.
- Support the population of information and attributes into the data-centric project environment.
- Interface with vendors throughout the design and procurement process.
- Support direct interfaces with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
- Participate in HAZOP reviews.
- Assist in the resolution of engineering issues during the project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, fabrication, construction, and commissioning phases.
- Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of engineering work.
- Adhere to and promote the Hatch corporate safety culture.
- Support Hatch business development efforts and strategic initiatives, including the preparation of proposals and pursuit plans for the nuclear industry.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Approximately 7–10 years of engineering experience.
- Strong deliverable focus with the ability to plan your work effectively.
- Ability to learn and understand inter-discipline dependencies related to mechanical and piping engineering functions.
- Exposure to procurement, contracting, and commissioning methodologies.
- Experience working in pressurized water reactor (PWR) and boiling water reactor (BWR) plants.
- Experience working with advanced Generation IV reactors (HTGRs, sodium-cooled reactors, molten salt reactors, etc.) is desirable.
- Experience working within a nuclear quality management system (ASME NQA-1).
- Sound knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the nuclear industry.
- Well-developed communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to clients, regulators, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status is preferred.
- Site experience in a technical role is preferred.
- Eligibility to work on export-controlled projects subject to 10 CFR 810.
- Ability to travel for short-term business trips domestically and internationally.
WHY JOIN US?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
WHAT WE OFFER YOU?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Requisition ID: 99766
Job Category: Energy
Location: Tampa, FL, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!
Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear to join our team in the United States.
In the nuclear sector, we are busier than ever. Our teams are developing first‑of‑a‑kind programs in fusion energy development, small and advanced modular reactor design, nuclear sustainability for waste processing and volume reduction, and transformation of the long‑term storage landscape, to name just a few.
If you are an entrepreneur with a technical soul, we want to hear from you. Join our team and help make a consequential difference.
You will be part of our nuclear group, where we ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical and piping engineering functions within multidisciplinary teams across nuclear and other sectors.
- Assist project teams in understanding project requirements related to scope, execution strategy, cost, and schedule.
- Ensure delivery of project requirements related to scope, cost, and schedule while following the Nuclear Quality Management System (NQMS).
- Support site field visits to obtain information and data in support of projects.
- Prepare, support, and review equipment identification and selection activities, including sizing, layout, technical specifications, and vendor information reviews.
- Prepare, support, and review piping system design activities, including hydraulic analysis, piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) development, material specification development, stress analysis, and layout.
- Support the population of information and attributes into the data-centric project environment.
- Interface with vendors throughout the design and procurement process.
- Support direct interfaces with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
- Participate in HAZOP reviews.
- Assist in the resolution of engineering issues during the project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, fabrication, construction, and commissioning phases.
- Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of engineering work.
- Adhere to and promote the Hatch corporate safety culture.
- Support Hatch business development efforts and strategic initiatives, including the preparation of proposals and pursuit plans for the nuclear industry.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Approximately 7–10 years of engineering experience.
- Strong deliverable focus with the ability to plan your work effectively.
- Ability to learn and understand inter-discipline dependencies related to mechanical and piping engineering functions.
- Exposure to procurement, contracting, and commissioning methodologies.
- Experience working in pressurized water reactor (PWR) and boiling water reactor (BWR) plants.
- Experience working with advanced Generation IV reactors (HTGRs, sodium-cooled reactors, molten salt reactors, etc.) is desirable.
- Experience working within a nuclear quality management system (ASME NQA-1).
- Sound knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the nuclear industry.
- Well-developed communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to clients, regulators, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status is preferred.
- Site experience in a technical role is preferred.
- Eligibility to work on export-controlled projects subject to 10 CFR 810.
- Ability to travel for short-term business trips domestically and internationally.
WHY JOIN US?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
WHAT WE OFFER YOU?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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Which companies in Florida sponsor visas for mechanical engineers?
Aerospace and defense contractors are among the most active visa sponsors for mechanical engineers in Florida. Companies such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, Northrop Grumman, and L3Harris Technologies have sponsored mechanical engineers through the H-1B visa program, particularly at facilities near Orlando, Palm Beach, and the Space Coast. Siemens and Pratt & Whitney also maintain engineering operations in Florida with documented sponsorship histories.
Which visa types are most common for mechanical engineer roles in Florida?
The H-1B is the most common visa for mechanical engineers in Florida, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field. Candidates with Canadian or Mexican citizenship may qualify for the TN visa under USMCA. Engineers with extraordinary ability or multinational manager experience sometimes pursue O-1 visa or L-1 visas, though these are less common for standard engineering roles.
Which cities in Florida have the most mechanical engineer visa sponsorship jobs?
Orlando and the surrounding Space Coast corridor, including Cocoa and Melbourne, account for a large share of mechanical engineer sponsorship jobs due to the concentration of aerospace and defense employers. Tampa and St. Petersburg attract engineers in manufacturing, marine systems, and energy sectors. Jacksonville supports naval engineering roles tied to nearby naval installations. Miami sees demand in construction, infrastructure, and marine engineering, though at lower volumes than the Orlando and Tampa regions.
How to find mechanical engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically to roles where employers are open to visa sponsorship, which removes the guesswork of applying to positions that won't consider international candidates. For mechanical engineer roles in Florida, you can search by state and role on Migrate Mate to surface relevant openings across aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and energy sectors. Focusing applications on employers with prior H-1B filing histories in Florida improves the likelihood of reaching a productive conversation with a recruiter.
Are there any Florida-specific considerations for mechanical engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Florida's heavy concentration of defense and aerospace work means many mechanical engineer roles involve security clearance requirements, which can limit sponsorship options for non-citizens since most clearances require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. Engineers targeting non-defense sectors such as manufacturing, energy, or infrastructure face fewer clearance barriers. Florida universities including the University of Florida and University of Central Florida produce engineering graduates who often enter the local job market, creating a well-established pipeline that employers and immigration attorneys in the state are familiar with.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mechanical engineer jobs in Florida?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.