Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
About The Position
Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support its expanding Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. The role involves working in project teams with engineers and designers on the design, modification, and analysis of instrumentation and control systems for new and existing nuclear power plants. Projects may involve digital plant modernization, new nuclear facilities, and small modular reactors. The position includes developing digital systems and control-system designs, preparing requirements and procurement documentation, performing calculations and technical reviews, coordinating with clients and vendors, and supporting project delivery. The role uses a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. The position does not provide U.S. work-authorization sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- At least five years of experience in instrumentation and controls design engineering.
- Experience selecting equipment, defining control philosophy, and preparing and assembling design packages, calculations, and specifications.
- Experience with control-system design 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.
- U.S. work-authorization sponsorship is not provided for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
- 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 unless otherwise specified.
Responsibilities
- Develop digital systems designs, including PLCs, DCS, touchscreens, network switches, and control systems.
- Prepare functional requirements and procurement specifications for control systems.
- Develop mechatronics and control systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors to improve plant functionality.
- Perform 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 delivering 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, 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’ design documentation, specifications, calculations, and drawings.
- Participate in professional Communities of Practice.
- Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision 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
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Paid bereavement leave
- Flexible work arrangements
- Potential eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
