Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 – Power Uprates, Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

. Perform consulting-level work for nuclear-industry power uprates .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $145,310 - $222,001 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nuclear power engineering, particularly in power uprates and turbine retrofit projects, with strong capabilities in technical report writing and client communication. Proficient in mechanical engineering principles and regulatory standards applicable to nuclear power plants.

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Nuclear Power Industry ExperiencePower Uprates ExpertiseTechnical Report WritingMechanical Engineering KnowledgeClient Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

ThermodynamicsHeat TransferFluid MechanicsNumerical ComputationsEquipment SizingOptimization EvaluationsVendor Bid EvaluationTask Report ReviewEngineering Proposal DevelopmentCost Estimation

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MS Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

PE LicenseMSME Degree

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Power PlantsPower Uprate ProjectsHeat Exchanger ReplacementNSSS SystemsLicensing ApplicationCodes and StandardsPlant SpecificationsClient Satisfaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform consulting-level work for nuclear-industry power uprates
Interface with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and project status
Develop engineering proposals and cost estimates
Manage resources/resource loading and develop task-completion and budget estimates
Review calculations involving heat balances, power train pumps, heat exchangers, condensers/heat sinks, and plant hazards
Review task reports and equipment evaluations for clear, concise technical information meeting client requirements
Review equipment sizing, optimization evaluations, and selection for proposed power uprates
Evaluate vendor bids from a technical perspective
Interface with vendors for document reviews and equipment compliance with plant specifications and needs
Lead and mentor junior engineering staff on power plant engineering tasks
Independently review others’ calculations and drawing preparation
Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSME from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics
Minimum of 10 years of experience in the nuclear power industry
Experience with nuclear power uprates and/or turbine retrofit projects
Experience and practical knowledge in one or more of: Power Uprates (EPU/SPU/MUR); power uprate pinch point assessments and/or task reports; turbine/generator/AVR/exciter refurbishments; heat exchanger replacement (FWH/MSR/TFP); isophase bus duct; transformer/switchyard; NSSS systems; licensing application
Excellent technical report writing skills
Knowledge of practical application of mechanical engineering and technology to project design
Strong interest in numerical computations and problem solving
Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations applicable to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
Proficiency with MS Office applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must not require U.S. work authorization sponsorship
MSME from an ABET accredited program is valued but not required
PE License is valued but not required

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 eligibility