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Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Remote,
•$84,762 - $129,498

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is hiring a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support nuclear power generation clients as they digitize existing plants and develop new nuclear power plants and small modular reactors. The role works in project teams with engineers and designers to design, modify, and analyze instrumentation and control systems in new and existing power plants. Projects involve investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving a range of electrical controls engineering issues. The position includes development of digital systems such as PLCs, DCSs, touchscreens, network switches, and control systems; preparation of functional requirements and procurement specifications; and control-system work for plant equipment such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors. The engineer also performs cyber assessments of critical digital assets, prepares and reviews calculations and technical documentation, coordinates with clients and vendors, and supports project delivery. The role includes independent review of others’ work and mentoring less experienced engineers. The position requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and at least five years of I&C design engineering experience. A PE license is preferred. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position. The stated compensation range is $84,762–$129,498, and eligible employees may also participate in a yearly discretionary bonus. The company describes its work as supporting clean, carbon-free energy and nuclear plant modernization, new-build projects, and other nuclear initiatives.

Requirements

  • BS or MS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Five or more years of experience in I&C Design Engineering.
  • Experience selecting equipment and control philosophies, and preparing and assembling design packages, calculations, and specifications.
  • Experience with control-system design applications 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 available for this position.

Nice To Haves

  • PE license.
  • Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Responsibilities

  • Develop digital systems designs, including PLCs, DCSs, touchscreens, network switches, and control systems.
  • Prepare functional requirements and procurement specifications for control systems.
  • Develop control systems for equipment such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors.
  • Perform critical digital asset cyber assessments and assessment reviews.
  • Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction.
  • Assist the project manager or director in ensuring projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
  • Prepare and review detailed calculations, including scaling, uncertainty, and setpoint calculations for digital and analog controls applications.
  • Interface with vendors to review documents and prepare equipment purchase specifications.
  • Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements.
  • Independently review work performed by others, including design documentation, specifications, calculations, and drawings.
  • Participate in professional Communities of Practice.
  • Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.

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.
  • Potential eligibility to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

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