Lead Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
About the Role
You will be involved in nuclear power plant systems design, including preparation or review of:
- Modification packages for operating nuclear power plants
- Functional mechanical drawings and/or drawings for nuclear power plant systems
- Engineering analyses and evaluations to support modifications and operation of plant systems
- Technical specifications and procurement documents for plant equipment
- Vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment
- Studies and options evaluations for modifications to operating nuclear power plants
Additionally, you will:
- Develop engineering cost estimates for small to mid-sized client-requested work scopes
- Visit client office and/or plant site locations to interface with the client and make presentations related to engineering tasks and status
- Lead engineering project teams
Responsibilities
In this role, you are expected to lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs. Key responsibilities include:
- Directing automation and process-improvement work, such as automating calculations, summarizing technical documents, or generating design documentation
- Guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked
- Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs
Requirements
- BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- A minimum of 10 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
- We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position
Skills
Additional learning or experience valued in this role includes:
- A minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields
- Ability to effectively oversee automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows
Benefits
Sargent & Lundy offers comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off, along with competitive benefits recognized with the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
- Health & Wellness:
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- Financial Benefits:
- 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
- Work-Life Balance:
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Pay
Compensation range: $118,023 - $180,313. The total compensation package includes a base salary, comprehensive benefits, and eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus.
About the Company
Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions.