Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

. Prepare or review modification packages for operating nuclear power plants .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $100,019 - $152,807 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical engineering principles, particularly in the context of nuclear power plants, with a strong focus on engineering analyses, technical specifications, and project leadership. Proven ability to interface with clients and conduct evaluations related to plant modifications and equipment procurement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering DegreeNuclear Power Plant ExperienceEngineering Project LeadershipCodes And Standards KnowledgeClient Interface And Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Engineering AnalysesFunctional Mechanical DrawingsTechnical Specifications PreparationEngineering Cost EstimatesModification Package ReviewVendor Bid EvaluationsThermodynamicsFluid MechanicsHeat TransfersNuclear Engineering Design

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationTeam LeadershipPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

AI TechnologiesAutomation ToolsProgramming Languages

Certifications & Qualifications

PE License

Industry Keywords

Power IndustryNuclear EngineeringMechanical Engineering DesignRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare or review modification packages for operating nuclear power plants
Prepare or review functional mechanical drawings and/or 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
Conduct 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 make presentations related to engineering tasks and status
Lead engineering project teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
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 7 years of experience in the 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
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
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