Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • Englewood, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This senior-level mechanical engineering position supports nuclear power plant systems and components. The role involves analysis, design, and licensing requirements for mechanical and nuclear systems, including systems design and engineering work for operating plants. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement: three days per week in the office and two days working remotely.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 5 years of experience in the nuclear power industry.
• Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations applicable to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license; beneficial but not required.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless otherwise identified.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or review modification packages for operating nuclear power plants.
• Prepare or review system and component performance specifications.
• Prepare or review functional mechanical drawings and drawings for nuclear power plant systems.
• Prepare or review engineering analyses and evaluations supporting plant modifications and system operation.
• Prepare or review technical specifications and procurement documents for plant equipment.
• Evaluate vendor bids for plant equipment.
• Conduct studies and options evaluations for modifications to operating nuclear power plants.

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 positions may include a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior