Sargent & Lundy

Senior Radiological Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • $100K — $152K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • 7+ years experience with radiation monitoring systems
  • Proficient in detector types, signal processing, and mechanical/electrical interfaces
  • Knowledge of NRC regulations for nuclear power plant licensing
  • Experience with calibration techniques and detection capabilities
  • Excellent communication skills
  • PE license desired but optional

Responsibilities

  • Interface with clients and manage project execution
  • Conduct radiological dose and source term calculations
  • Design radiation monitoring systems for nuclear projects
  • Travel domestically and internationally for client meetings
  • Perform site walk-downs for project assessment
  • Provide technical support to address emergent issues
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity for yearly discretionary bonuses
  • Engagement in cutting-edge technology and innovation
  • Professional development in a supportive environment
  • Involvement with international nuclear projects and diverse teams
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


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 7 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
  • Experience with some or all of the following computer programs:
  • 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

$100,019 - $152,807

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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