Lead Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear Plant Analysis

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develop and oversee evaluations of licensing basis systems and components for nuclear power uprate initiatives.

• Conduct consulting-level tasks related to power uprates within the nuclear sector.

• Prepare and assess calculations for heat balances, power train pumps, heat exchangers, condenser/heat sink, and plant hazards.

• Create task reports and equipment evaluations that present technical information in a clear and concise manner.

• Carry out equipment sizing, optimization evaluations, and selection processes.

• Collaborate with clients and project teams to communicate technical discussions and project updates.

• Develop engineering proposals and provide cost estimates.

• Mentor and guide junior engineering personnel on power plant engineering activities.

• Conduct independent reviews of calculations and the preparation of drawings.

• Participate in client meetings and site assessments to verify scope and ensure client satisfaction.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from a program accredited by the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission.

• Strong academic foundation and enthusiasm for thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the nuclear power sector.

• Experience with nuclear power uprates and/or turbine retrofit projects.

• Familiarity with balance of plant systems and component evaluations, pinch point assessments/task reports, heat balance, power train pumps, heat exchangers, condenser/heat sink, circulating water, and ultimate heat sinks.

• Exceptional technical report writing abilities.

• Knowledge of practical mechanical engineering and technology applications in project design.

• Strong interest in numerical computations and problem-solving.

• Working understanding of codes, standards, and regulations relevant to mechanical engineering design in nuclear power plants.

• Proficient in MS Office applications.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• U.S. work authorization is required; Sargent & Lundy does not provide sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S.

• A Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from an ABET-accredited program and a Professional Engineer (PE) License are desirable but not mandatory.

• Willingness or capability to lead the integration of automation and AI tools into engineering workflows.

• Experience with Python, MATLAB, or advanced Excel automation is advantageous but not essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision health plans.

• Life and Accident Insurance.

• Disability Coverage.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Back-Up Daycare.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• 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.

• Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonuses.