Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
About the role
This position will require onsite support at the Duane Arnold Energy Center supporting project needs. This will start out as a remote position but could change to a hybrid work arrangement where you'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
Responsibilities
- Work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of instrumentation and control systems in new and existing power plants.
- Work on interesting and challenging projects that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical controls engineering issues, including the following digital systems design development: PLC, DCS, touchscreens, network switches, and control systems.
- Prepare detailed calculations, including scaling, uncertainty, and setpoint calculations for digital and analog controls applications.
- Interface with vendors to perform document reviews and prepare equipment purchase specifications.
- Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements.
- Enhance your career via participation in professional Communities of Practice.
- Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers.
Qualifications
- BS or MS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- Five or more years of experience in I&C Design Engineering.
- Experience with the selection of equipment, control philosophy, and the preparation and assembly of design packages, calculations, and specifications.
- Experience with controls system design including applications for equipment such as turbines, pumps, feedwater controls, and data displays.
- Experience with serving as the firm's client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
- PE license is preferred.
Skills
- Willingness or ability to lead others who use modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
- Experience in reviewing design documentation.
- Experience in programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs.
- Minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows.
Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
- 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
Pay
$84,762 - $129,498
Schedule
Hybrid work arrangement with three days a week in the office and two days remote.