Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Remote,

8d•$145,310 - $222,001

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineering Consultant 2 to support work for nuclear power generation clients. The role focuses on upgrading and modernizing nuclear power plants with current control technologies, as well as supporting new nuclear power plants and small modular reactors. The consultant will lead and support controls projects, emphasizing technical execution and effective project management, while coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines. The work includes investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving controls engineering issues; developing digital systems designs; preparing control system requirements and procurement specifications; and supporting project execution from design through implementation at client facilities. The role also involves client and vendor coordination, technical document review, resource and budget planning, proposal support, and evaluation of vendor bids. The position requires a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program and at least 10 years of I&C design engineering experience, including at least five years at a nuclear facility. A PE license is preferred. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Nuclear Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
At least 10 years of experience in I&C Design Engineering.
At least five years of the I&C Design Engineering experience must be at a nuclear facility.
Ability to communicate clearly in speech and writing.
Technical knowledge of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems for systems design.
Experience serving as the firm's client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
Experience reviewing design documentation.
U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop digital systems designs for PLC, DCS, HSI, and networked computer systems.
Prepare control system functional and implementation requirements and procurement specifications for nuclear plant control systems.
Interface with clients to support proper project execution and client satisfaction.
Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and studies, presenting information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements.
Manage resources and resource loading, and develop task completion estimates and project budgets.
Support proposal development.
Prepare and review diagrams and drawings for new and upgraded controls solutions.
Evaluate vendor bids from a technical perspective.
Interface with vendors to review documents, ensure equipment complies with specifications and plant needs, and witness factory acceptance testing on behalf of clients.
Support project implementation at client facilities.
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve controls engineering issues.
Lead and support small and large controls projects, coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines.