Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) engineer to support nuclear power clients as they digitize existing plants and build new nuclear facilities, including small modular reactors. The role focuses on upgrading and modernizing nuclear power plants using current control technologies. The engineer will lead and support projects of varying sizes, with an emphasis on technical execution and effective project management, coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines. Work includes developing digital systems designs such as PLC, DCS, HSI, and networked computer systems; preparing control-system functional and implementation requirements and procurement specifications; and preparing or reviewing technical reports, calculations, studies, diagrams, and drawings. The role also involves client and vendor coordination, technical evaluation of vendor bids, equipment compliance reviews, witnessing factory acceptance tests, supporting project implementation at client facilities, and assisting with resource planning, estimates, budgets, and proposals. The position uses a hybrid work arrangement: three days per week in the office and two days remotely. A relocation package is available depending on location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
At least 10 years of experience in I&C design engineering.
At least 5 years of the I&C design engineering experience must be at a nuclear facility.
Must be bilingual in Spanish and English, including reading, speaking, and writing.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Lead and support small and large controls projects, focusing on technical execution and effective project management.
Coordinate project work with mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines.
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve controls engineering issues.
Develop digital systems designs, including 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 project execution and client satisfaction.
Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and studies to communicate information clearly and 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, review documents, verify equipment compliance with specifications and plant needs, and witness factory acceptance test performance on behalf of the client.
Support project implementation at client facilities.