Lead Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

. Participate in nuclear power plant systems design .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $134,546 - $205,557 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nuclear power plant systems design and modification, with a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and relevant industry codes and standards. Capable of leading engineering project teams and interfacing with clients to deliver effective engineering solutions.

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Nuclear Power Plant Systems DesignEngineering Project LeadershipMechanical Engineering Design CodesEngineering Cost EstimationVendor Bid Evaluation

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Hard Skills

ThermodynamicsFluid MechanicsHeat TransferEngineering AnalysisFunctional Mechanical DrawingsTechnical SpecificationsProcurement DocumentsModification PackagesEngineering EvaluationsClient Interface

Soft Skills

Client PresentationTeam CollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

PE License

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Power IndustryModification StudiesCodes and StandardsRegulationsEngineering Evaluations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in nuclear power plant systems design
Prepare or review modification packages for operating nuclear power plants
Prepare or review functional mechanical drawings and drawings for nuclear power plant systems
Prepare or review engineering analyses and evaluations supporting modifications and operation of plant systems
Prepare or review technical specifications and procurement documents for plant equipment
Perform vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment
Conduct studies and options evaluations for modifications to operating nuclear power plants
Develop engineering cost estimates for small to mid-sized client-requested work scopes
Visit client offices and/or plant sites to interface with clients and present engineering tasks and status
Lead engineering project teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Academic coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfers
A minimum of 12 years of experience in the nuclear power industry
Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
PE license is beneficial, but not required
Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision health plans
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
Yearly discretionary bonus may be available for eligible employees