Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy, L.L.C.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 81,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

Award-winning benefits

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy, L.L.C. seeks a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to nuclear power plant systems design, including modification packages, drawings, and analyses.

You will prepare specs and procurement documents, evaluate vendor bids, and study modification options to support plant operation. The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-office work 3 days a week and remote two days, plus opportunities to interface with clients and lead project teams.

Qualifications

• BSME with emphasis in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from CEAB/ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the power industry.
• Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations for mechanical design of power plants.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or review modification packages for operating nuclear power plants.
• Develop functional mechanical drawings and equipment drawings for plant systems.
• Conduct engineering analyses and evaluations to support modifications and operation.
• Prepare technical specifications and procurement documents for plant equipment.
• Evaluate vendor bids and studies modifications/options for plant upgrades.
• Lead engineering project teams and interface with clients at offices/sites.

Skills

5+ years in power industry

BSME with ABET/CEAB

Codes & standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

P.Eng license (preferred)

OPG security clearance (preferred)

Job description

Description

You will be involved in nuclear power plant systems design, including preparation or review of:

• Modification packages for operating nuclear power plants
• Functional mechanical drawings and/or drawings for nuclear power plant systems
• Engineering analyses and evaluations to support modifications and operation of plant systems
• Technical specifications and procurement documents for plant equipment
• Vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment
• Studies and options evaluations for modifications to operating nuclear power plants

In addition, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop engineering cost estimates for small to mid-sized client-requested work scopes
• Visit client office and/or plant site locations to interface with the clientand make presentations related to engineering tasks and status
• Lead engineering project teams

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in Canada for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• BSME with emphasis in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering from a Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board-accredited undergraduate program or a US based ABET-accredited program
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the power industry
• Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of power plants

Valued, but Not Required:

• P.Eng license
• Active Ontario Power Generation (OPG) security clearance

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Compensation Range

$81,278 - $124,175

Transparency Statement

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy. Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all provincial and federal legislation. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent and Lundy is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We embrace the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment process. AI-enabled tools may support certain stages of recruitment, but human judgment remains central to the candidate experience, and all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.