Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear Plant Analysis

Sargent & Lundy

. Prepare or review calculations, evaluations, and technical reports supporting client recommendations and reviews .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $84,762 - $129,498 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical engineering principles, particularly in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics, with a strong focus on nuclear power plant design and compliance with relevant codes and standards. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and effectively communicate technical information to clients and project teams.

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Mechanical EngineeringThermodynamicsHeat TransferFluid MechanicsTechnical Report Writing

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Hard Skills

Equipment SizingOptimization EvaluationNumerical ComputationsMechanical System DesignCost Estimation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

MS Office

Certifications & Qualifications

BSMEMSMEPE License

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Power PlantEngineering ProposalsCodes and StandardsProject DesignField Verification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare or review calculations, evaluations, and technical reports supporting client recommendations and reviews
Conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection in response to client needs
Support clients and project teams with mechanical engineering activities
Participate in system engineering, including design, modification, and analysis of nuclear power plant mechanical systems
Interface with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and project status
Develop engineering proposals and cost estimates
Mentor junior engineering staff on power plant engineering technical tasks
Potentially travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and plant sites for meetings and field verification of design

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSME from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
Strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics
Minimum of 5 years of experience
Excellent technical report writing skills
Knowledge of the 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 applying to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
Proficiency with MS Office applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must not require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S.
MSME from an ABET accredited program and PE License are valued but not required

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 individuals