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It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.

We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns to aecon@aecon.com
Date:  Apr 30, 2026
Location: 

Charlotte, NC, US Mt. Laurel, NJ, US

Operating Sector:  Nuclear

Position Title:  Junior Engineer, Mechanical

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
 
Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.
 
At Aecon, you can count on:
  • Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
  • Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
  • Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
  • Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.
 
We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.
 
At Aecon we:
  • Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
  • Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives and training, partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
  • Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.
 
Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.
 

What is the Opportunity?

At Aecon Engineering Services Inc. (United), we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure, for tomorrow. We come to work every day committed to drive growth and deliver projects that matter for our clients, ourselves, and our communities. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations. 

 

In December 2024, United Engineers and Constructors was acquired by Aecon Group Inc. Aecon and United have a proven working relationship and the United team continues to operate in the market as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company. 

 

United Engineers and Constructors, an Aecon Company, is seeking Mechanical Engineering graduates to join our Aecon engineering teams in our Charlotte, NC and Mt. Laurel, NJ offices. The successful candidate will work with our experienced engineers designing and modifying nuclear and conventional generation power plants.

 

What You'll Do Here:

  • Under the direction of an experienced engineer, develop new mechanical designs and plant modification packages.
  • Assist with mechanical engineering assignments of limited to moderate complexity.
  • Perform hydraulic and heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) calculations.
  • Develop mechanical design drawings, bill-of-materials (BOM), line/valve lists and specifications. 
     

What You Bring To The Team:

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from a 4-year ABET accredited college or university
  • Must have completed coursework in thermodynamics, with experience with power generation thermal cycles.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Experience with graphical design software such as Autodesk AutoCAD
  • The ability to prepare documents and presentations using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Take ownership of engineering work performed on a project.
  • Experience working with others in a Project Team environment.
  • Good written and oral communications skills. 
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills. 
  • Field experience is a plus, along with the ability to perform site walk-downs.

 

Nice to Have:

  • Internship or work-study experience related to mechanical engineering.
  • EIT/FE Certification with a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Coursework in heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC) and power engineering
  • Experience with AutoDesk Plant3D design software
  • Previous experience with an engineering firm in the power, government or oil & gas industry.
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical systems within an industrial facility

 

Citizenship Requirement:

Due to the nature of work that United performs, candidates must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United States.

 

Pay and Benefits:

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

 

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.  

 

  • Health Insurance Benefits (Comprehensive Plan- Dental/Medical/Vision)
  • 401K (comprehensive match plan) 
  • Paid Vacation - (vacation/wellness days)
  • Health and Wellness Home Benefit - (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
  • Tuition Reimbursement - (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)

 

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

 

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.


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