Sargent & Lundy

Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • $145K — $222K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program with relevant coursework
  • 10+ years of experience in a technical field like engineering or construction
  • 5+ years in a client liaison role, either support or lead
  • Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in schedule and budget management

Responsibilities

  • Manage project execution and coordinate resources across disciplines
  • Take ownership of project performance including safety and client experience
  • Direct and mentor project team members for accountability
  • Develop positive relationships with client engineers and stakeholders
  • Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
  • Support key performance reporting for schedule and finances
  • Identify and control construction risks

Benefits

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

This position will offer you the opportunity to manage project(s) consisting of engineers, designers, controls and scheduling professionals involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing nuclear power plant modifications. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.

  • Responsible for project execution, coordination of resources from each discipline as required
  • Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle
  • Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members
  • Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders
  • Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
  • Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items
  • Identify and control construction risk
  • Recognize, identify, track and control change
  • Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors
  • Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats
  • Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results
Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

  • BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program with academic coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfers
  • Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • 10+ years of experience in a technical field (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)
  • 5+ years of experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
  • Schedule development and management
  • Budget management

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Construction management or a management/business degree
  • Engineering design experience a plus
  • PMP Certification is a plus.
  • MBA is a plus
  • Experience writing proposals is a plus

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.

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$145,310.00 - $222,001.00 Transparency StatementSargent & 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, weve 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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