Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • Aurora, CO

3d • $84,762 - $129,498 • Hybrid

About The Position

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

Requirements

• BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 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.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant.

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 operation.
• Prepare or review technical specifications and procurement documents for plant equipment.
• Conduct or review vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment.
• Perform studies and options evaluations for modifications to operating nuclear power plants.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision 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 for a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

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