Sargent & Lundy

Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear Plant Analysis

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

Qualifications

  • BSME from an ABET-accredited program with a focus on thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
  • 5+ years of experience in the nuclear power industry
  • Strong technical report writing skills necessary for calculations and evaluations
  • Proficiency in mechanical engineering principles and applicable technologies for design
  • Interest in numerical computations and problem-solving
  • Familiarity with codes and regulations for nuclear power plant design
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics knowledge in power plant engineering
  • Prepare and review technical reports and calculations to support client needs
  • Engage in system engineering for nuclear power plant mechanical systems
  • Present technical discussions and project statuses to clients and teams
  • Develop engineering proposals and detailed cost estimates
  • Mentor junior engineering staff on technical tasks
  • Travel to client sites for design reviews and field verification as needed

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Participation in a comprehensive wellness program
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

  • This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and experience in power plant engineering
  • You will be preparing or reviewing calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews, and will additionally conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection in response to client needs
  • While supporting clients and project teams with other Mechanical Engineers, you will be involved in system engineering, including the design, modification, and analysis of nuclear power plant mechanical systems
  • Interface with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and project status
  • Develop engineering proposals and cost estimates
  • Mentor junior engineering staff on power plant engineering technical tasks
  • There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for meetings and field verification of designs


Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:
  • This position requires a BSME from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics
  • 5 or more years of experience in the nuclear power industry
  • All assignments require the preparation of calculations and/or reports, and excellent technical report writing skills are essential
  • Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to a project design
  • Strong interest in numerical computations and problem solving
  • Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Valued but not required skills and experience:
  • MSME from an ABET accredited program with a strong academic background
  • PE License


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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