Sargent & Lundy

Lead Radiological Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • $118K — $180K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in engineering from ABET accredited program
  • 10+ years of experience with radiation monitoring systems
  • Expertise in calibration and detection of radiation monitoring systems
  • Solid understanding of NRC regulations for nuclear power plants
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • PE license preferred but not mandatory

Responsibilities

  • Manage project tasks related to radiological dose and source term calculations
  • Design radiation monitoring systems for nuclear facilities
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on engineering projects
  • Travel for project meetings at client offices and plant sites globally
  • Conduct site walk-downs to assess project progress
  • Provide technical support to clients for emergent issues

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with in-office requirements three days a week
  • Professional development opportunities leveraging emerging technologies
  • Participation in a comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on both domestic and international projects
  • Involvement in cutting-edge nuclear engineering initiatives that contribute to sustainability
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

We offer you a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in nuclear/radiological engineering. This Radiological Engineering position will provide you with opportunities for interfacing with clients and includes project work execution responsibilities.

You will work with multi-discipline engineering project teams engaged in the design and engineering of upgrades and modifications to new and existing nuclear power plants in the following areas:
  • Radiological dose calculations
  • Radiation source term calculations
  • Radiation monitoring system design


In addition, you will:
  • Work on both domestic and international nuclear power plant projects
  • Travel to client offices and plant site locations to attend project progress meetings; travel may involve both domestic and international travel to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
  • Perform site walk-downs
  • Address emergent issues and provide technical support to clients

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:
  • BS or MS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience with radiation monitoring systems including types of radiation detectors and their operation, signal processing, and mechanical/electrical interfaces with plant systems
  • Experience with the calibration and detection capability of radiation monitoring systems including primary calibrations, secondary/transfer calibrations, energy calibrations, energy response characteristics, and reference isotopes
  • Working knowledge of NRC regulations and guidance that apply to licensing and license renewal of nuclear power plants
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • PE license desired, but not required


Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.

We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.

Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Compensation Range

$118,023 - $180,313

Transparency 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

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we've been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
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