Mechanical Engineer Consultant 2 (Power Uprates) - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Palm Beach Gardens, FL

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is hiring a Mechanical Engineer Consultant 2 to support power uprates for nuclear power plants. The role involves consulting-level engineering for clients seeking to increase existing plants’ power output, including work on major systems, equipment, and plant processes. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office work required three days per week. The engineer will work with clients, project teams, vendors, and junior staff to develop and review engineering work, including proposals, cost and task estimates, calculations, reports, equipment evaluations, and vendor bids. Assignments focus on mechanical engineering aspects of nuclear plant power uprates and require clear technical writing, sound professional judgment, and knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

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; assignments require preparation of calculations and/or reports.
Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering and technology, including applying systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to 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 MS Office applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; 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.
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

Perform consulting-level work for power uprates in the nuclear industry.
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 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, ensuring technical information is clear, concise, and meets client requirements.
Review equipment sizing, optimization evaluations, and equipment 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 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.