Sargent & Lundy

Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • $84K — $129K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • 5+ years of design engineering experience, preferably in nuclear power plant control systems
  • Proficient in controls system design for low and medium voltage distribution systems
  • Experience with instrumentation and controls for BWR or PWR reactors
  • Knowledgeable about available equipment and pre-engineered systems
  • Ability to review design drawings created by others

Responsibilities

  • Develop digital systems including PLC, DCS, and control systems
  • Create functional requirement and procurement specifications for instrumentation
  • Evaluate process instrumentation replacement and nuclear modification packages
  • Design control systems for pumps, valves, and reactors
  • Develop P&IDs and system design descriptions
  • Attend client meetings and conduct site walkdowns
  • Mentor less experienced engineers in instrumentation and controls design

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Participation in yearly discretionary bonus
  • Supportive work environment focused on innovation and sustainability
  • Engagement in cutting-edge projects in nuclear energy
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Nuclear Power is a carbon-free energy source. Our electric power generation clients are digitizing their existing power plants and building new nuclear power plants, small modular reactors (SMR). This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. You will work on major process controls engineering projects in the following areas:

  • Digital Systems - PLC, DCS, Touchscreen displays, network switches and control systems
  • Functional Requirement and Procurement Specifications for instrumentation and control components and systems
  • Process instrumentation replacement evaluation reports and nuclear modification packages
  • Mechatronics, Control Systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines and reactors
  • Development of P&ID's and System Design Descriptions
  • Attend client meetings and perform site walkdowns to ensure the client is satisfied with our work product
  • Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced nuclear instrumentation and controls design engineers
  • Support station outage activities as required


Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:
• BS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in design engineering for process control systems; Experience in design engineering for nuclear power plant control system is preferred
• Experience with controls system design including applications for low and medium voltage distribution systems and controls for equipment including but not limited to turbines, pumps, feedwater control, and data displays.
• Experience with power plant instrumentation and controls systems design for either BWR of PWR reactors, including DCS for turbine, control, feedwater control, and data display.
• Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others

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

$84,762 - $129,498

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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