Mechanical Engineer Consultant 2 (Power Uprates) - Nuclear
About The Position
The Mechanical Engineer Consultant 2 will perform consulting-level engineering work for nuclear power uprates, helping electric power generation clients increase the output of existing plants. The role covers major systems, equipment, and plant processes, including technical reviews, equipment evaluations, engineering proposals, cost estimates, and project planning. The position works with clients, project teams, and vendors, and includes mentoring junior engineering staff and independently reviewing engineering work. The position follows a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week. Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group works on nuclear engineering, design, and licensing projects, including life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, advanced reactor technologies, reactor restart projects, coal-to-nuclear initiatives, and international nuclear new-build projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
- Strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
- 10 or more years of experience in the nuclear power industry.
- Experience with nuclear power uprates and/or turbine retrofit projects.
- Experience and practical knowledge in one or more of the following: power uprates (EPU/SPU/MUR); power uprate pinch point assessments and/or task reports; turbine, generator, AVR, or exciter refurbishments; heat exchanger replacement (FWH/MSR/TFP); isophase bus duct; transformer/switchyard; NSSS systems; or licensing applications.
- Excellent technical report writing skills.
- Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering and technology, including systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment used in project design.
- Strong interest in numerical computations and problem solving.
- Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations applicable to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from an ABET-accredited program with a strong academic background.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant, but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
Responsibilities
- Perform consulting-level work for nuclear power uprates.
- Interface with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and project status.
- Develop engineering proposals and cost estimates.
- Manage resources and resource loading, and develop task-completion estimates and project budgets.
- Review calculations related to heat balances, power train pumps, heat exchangers, condensers and heat sinks, and plant hazards to support client recommendations and reviews.
- Review task reports and equipment evaluations, presenting technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements.
- Review equipment sizing, optimization evaluations, and selection in response to client needs and proposed power uprates.
- Evaluate vendor bids from a technical perspective.
- Interface with vendors to review documents and ensure equipment complies with specifications and plant needs.
- Lead and mentor junior engineering staff on power plant engineering technical tasks.
- Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
- Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction.
- Prepare calculations and/or reports for assignments.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Back-up daycare.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (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.
- Eligible employees may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
