Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Join a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy within a Nuclear Power group that values leadership, mentorship, and practical engineering excellence. This Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer role focuses on design, modification, and analysis of I&C systems for both new and existing nuclear plants. You will lead projects, guide engineers, and collaborate with vendors and clients to deliver robust, cost-effective solutions. A BS or MS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited) and at least five years of I&C design experience are required.

Benefits

• 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
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

AI and Automation at Sargent & Lundy

• Lead engineering teams in solving problems from issue to solution by leveraging data and modern tools, including automation and AI, to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
• Guide automation and process-improvement efforts, such as automating calculations, summarizing technical documents, or generating design documentation, while ensuring outputs are checked.
• Supervise engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate tasks, with review of automated outputs.
• Encourage ongoing learning in related fields like Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Software Engineering to enable effective oversight of AI-enabled engineering workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design and assess PLC, DCS, touchscreen interfaces, network infrastructure, and other control systems.
• Develop functional requirements and procurement specifications for control system deployments.
• Apply mechatronics and control strategies to pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors to enhance plant performance.
• Conduct critical digital asset cyber assessments and reviews.
• Lead client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure satisfaction.
• Support the project manager to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Prepare and review detailed calculations for digital and analog control applications, including scaling and uncertainty analyses.
• Interface with vendors for document reviews and to prepare equipment purchase specifications.
• Produce clear reports and studies that meet client requirements.
• Perform independent reviews of others' design documentation, calculations, and drawings.
• Engage with professional communities of practice to advance expertise and knowledge sharing.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced engineers and guide problem-solving with data-driven methods and modern tools.
• Lead automation and process-improvement initiatives, including guidance on when and how to use AI-enabled tools, with results checked by others.

Requirements

• 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 equipment selection, control philosophy development, and assembling design packages, calculations, and specifications
• Proven experience in controls system design for turbines, pumps, feedwater controls, and data displays
• Experience serving as a client liaison in a support or lead engineering role
• Experience reviewing design documentation
• PE license is preferred
• No sponsorship for U.S. work authorization

Technologies

• PLC, DCS, Touchscreens, network switches
• Python, MATLAB, Excel

About this Business Unit

Join the Nuclear Power Group to contribute to the future of clean energy. Since 1954, this team has led nuclear engineering, design, and licensing across small modular reactors, advanced reactor technology, and first-of-a-kind restart projects. The group supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing plants and participates in coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with relevant departments.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.