Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm focusing on the nuclear sector as an Entry-Level Instrumentation & Controls Engineer. You'll work with advanced technology to enhance the functionality of nuclear plants while gaining hands-on experience and expanding your engineering skills through direct project involvement and mentoring. With a commitment to employee well-being and competitive benefits, Sargent & Lundy offers a supportive environment for new engineers to grow their careers.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in engineering with coursework in control systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on multi-discipline engineering team focused on nuclear power projects.
• Prepare specifications for procurement of instrumentation and controls equipment.
• Engage in mentoring and on-the-job training to increase engineering knowledge.

Skills

Communication

Education

BS or MS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

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We offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in engineering:

• You will work on a multi-discipline engineering team involved in nuclear power plant instrumentations and controls betterment projects. These projects are a synergistic integration of both electrical and mechanical engineering along with control theory.
• You will work with electronic process sensors, digital controllers, touchscreen displays, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines and reactors to improve the functionality of nuclear power plants.
• You will prepare specifications for the procurement of instrumentation and controls equipment as well as engineering calculations associated with plant upgrades and modifications.
• Through mentoring, classroom-style technical sessions, and on-the-job training, you will increase your knowledge and skills in your engineering discipline.
• You will also have the opportunity to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for project coordination and field verification of designs.
  
  

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills And Experience

• A BS or MS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering with a strong academic background and coursework in analog and digital control systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  

Valued, But Not Required

• A BS or MS degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
• Coursework in mechatronics
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training
  
  

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.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & 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
  
  

Compensation Range

$60,660.00 - $87,090.00

About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

Awards & Recognition Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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