Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Farmington Hills, MI

About The Position

The Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer will work in a project team with engineers and designers on the design, modification, and analysis of instrumentation and control systems at the Fermi 2 power plant. The position includes occasional travel to Fermi Nuclear Generating Station in Newport, Michigan, and serving as a Sargent & Lundy representative at the site. Projects involve controls engineering issues and systems for nuclear power plant equipment. The engineer will support project delivery, prepare and review technical materials, coordinate with clients and vendors, conduct independent reviews, and mentor less experienced engineers. The position is part of Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group, which works on nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, including existing plant life extensions and digital modernization, advanced reactor technologies, and nuclear new-build projects. Employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools as appropriate to support their work, while applying professional judgment and review. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, paid time off, and other financial and work-life benefits. The stated compensation range is $84,762–$129,498, and eligible employees may also participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Five or more years of experience in instrumentation and controls design engineering.
Experience selecting equipment, establishing control philosophy, and preparing and assembling design packages, calculations, and specifications.
Experience designing control systems for equipment such as turbines, pumps, feedwater controls, and data displays.
Experience serving as the firm’s client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
Experience reviewing design documentation.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
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

Develop digital systems designs, including PLCs, DCS, touchscreens, network switches, and control systems.
Prepare functional requirements and procurement specifications for control systems.
Work on mechatronics and control systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors to improve nuclear plant functionality.
Conduct critical digital asset cybersecurity assessments and assessment reviews.
Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and support client satisfaction.
Assist the project manager or director in completing projects satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
Prepare and review detailed calculations, including scaling, uncertainty, and setpoint calculations for digital and analog control applications.
Interface with vendors to review documents and prepare equipment purchase specifications.
Prepare reports and studies that communicate technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements.
Independently review others’ work, including design documentation, specifications, calculations, and drawings.
Participate in professional Communities of Practice.
Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
Travel occasionally to Fermi Nuclear Generating Station in Newport, Michigan, and represent Sargent & Lundy at the site.