Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; Warrenville (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,298 - 99,644; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Back-Up Daycare

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Program

Tuition Assistance

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Warrenville, IL is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary nuclear power team. The role focuses on design, procurement, and field coordination with travel to client sites and vendors.

A BS/MS in engineering and 1+ year of experience are required, with a hybrid work arrangement (three days in the office, two remote). You'll work on sensors, controllers, networks, displays, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, turbines and reactors,

Qualifications

• A BS or MS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (ABET accredited).
• Minimum of 1 year engineering experience or a MS degree.
• Coursework in mechatronics is desired, but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Responsibilities

• Work on a multi-discipline engineering team on nuclear I&C projects.
• Engage with sensors, controllers, networks, displays, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, turbines and reactors.
• Prepare specifications and engineering calculations for instrumentation and control equipment.
• Mentor and train to grow knowledge in the engineering discipline.
• Travel to client and vendor sites for design reviews and field verification.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

ABET Accredited

Engineering Experience

Communication Skills

Python

MATLAB

Education

ABET-accredited BS/MS in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

Nuclear Power is a carbon‑free energy source. Our nuclear power generation clients are digitizing their existing power plants and building new nuclear power plants and small modular reactors (SMR) due to the increasing demand for electric power. This is expanding our work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. Due to this influx of work, Sargent & Lundy has a need for additional I&C Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Work on a multi‑discipline engineering team involved in nuclear power plant Instrumentation and Controls projects. These projects are a synergistic integration of electrical, computer and mechanical engineering along with control theory.
• Work with electronic process sensors, digital controllers, network topology, touchscreen displays, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines and reactors.
• Prepare specifications for the procurement of instrumentation and control equipment as well as engineering calculations.
• Through mentoring, classroom‑style technical sessions, and on‑the‑job training, you will increase your knowledge and skills in your engineering discipline.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for project coordination and field verification of designs.

Qualifications

• A BS or MS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (from an ABET accredited program) with a strong academic background and coursework in analog and digital control systems is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of engineering experience or a MS degree.
• Coursework in mechatronics is desired, but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

• You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.
• Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

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 health‑care 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 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

$69,298 - $99,644

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. 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.

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!

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.