Senior Mechanical Engineer Analyst 2 (Power Uprates) - Nuclear
About The Position
Sargent & Lundy is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer Analyst 2 for its Nuclear Power Group, supporting nuclear power uprate projects. The role focuses on evaluating major plant systems, equipment, and processes to support clients seeking increased output from existing power plants. It involves applying thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering expertise to consulting work, calculations, equipment evaluations, and technical reports. The position includes a hybrid work arrangement: three days a week in the office and two days working remotely. The role requires client and project-team interaction, including technical discussions, project-status presentations, client meetings, and site walkdowns. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program, with a strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
- At least 7 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: balance-of-plant system and component evaluations; pinch-point assessments and/or task reports; heat balance; power train pumps, heat exchangers, condenser/heat sink; circulating water; or ultimate heat sinks.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering 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
- Develop and lead licensing-basis system and component evaluations for nuclear power uprate projects.
- Perform consulting-level work for power uprates in the nuclear industry.
- Prepare and review calculations related to heat balances, power train pumps, heat exchangers, condensers and heat sinks, and plant hazards.
- Prepare task reports and equipment evaluations that present technical information clearly and concisely and meet client requirements.
- Perform equipment sizing, optimization evaluations, and equipment selection to support proposed power uprates.
- Interface with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and project status.
- Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and support client satisfaction.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health plans
- Life and accident insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Back-up daycare
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- 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 to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
