Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

. Participate in nuclear power plant systems design .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $100,019 - $152,807 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 focus on engineering analyses, technical specifications, and vendor evaluations. Proven ability to lead project teams and interface with clients effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Nuclear Power Plant Systems DesignEngineering Analyses and EvaluationsMechanical Engineering Design Codes and StandardsProject Team LeadershipClient Interface and Presentations

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringEngineering Cost EstimatesModification Packages PreparationFunctional Mechanical DrawingsTechnical Specifications PreparationVendor Bid EvaluationsOptions EvaluationsPlant Equipment ProcurementNuclear Power Industry Experience

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationTeam CollaborationPresentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

PE License

Industry Keywords

Nuclear PowerPower IndustryABET Accredited ProgramMechanical Engineering Design Regulations

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/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
Perform 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

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
7 or more 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
Employer 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 eligibility for eligible positions