Senior Mechanical Engineer role focused on nuclear power plant systems design and modification support in a hybrid Washington, DC work environment.

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
Prepare or review vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment
Prepare or review 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 office and/or plant site locations to interface with the client and present engineering task status
Lead engineering project teams

BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Academic coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfers
Minimum of 7 years of experience in the power industry
Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations for mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
PE license beneficial, but not required
No work authorization sponsorship for this position in the U.S.

Sargent & Lundy emphasizes appropriate use of technology to improve how work is done and deliver high-quality outcomes
Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools for research, analysis, engineering and design activities, and workflow improvement
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description

$100,019 - $152,807 per year
Total compensation package includes base salary or hourly rate plus a comprehensive benefits package
May include eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus

Join Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group focused on clean, carbon-free energy
Expertise includes small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects
Supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants
Includes coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State and international nuclear new-build projects

Senior Mechanical Engineer 2 - Nuclear

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