Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; United States; On-site; USD 145,310 - 222,001; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is expanding its Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group in the nuclear power sector. You will lead and support projects modernizing nuclear plants, coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines to drive completion.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, design reviews, and strong project management, with interaction across clients and vendors to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Nuclear Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 10+ years of I&C Design Engineering experience, with at least 5 years at a nuclear facility.
• PE license is preferred; strong communication skills and technical know-how.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support small to large controls projects with focus on execution and project management.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve a wide range of controls engineering issues.
• Interface with clients to ensure project success and satisfaction.
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and studies for client requirements.
• Manage resources, load tasks, and develop estimates and budget plans.
• Support development of proposals and review diagrams/drawings for control solutions.
• Evaluate vendor bids and witness FAT from client perspective.
• Coordinate with vendors and client facilities during project implementation.

Skills

PLC/DCS/HSI design

Client liaison

Vendor bid evaluation

Documentation review

Project management

Education

BS or MS in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical/Nuclear Engineering

ABET accredited program

Job description

Description

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, 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.

This I&C position offers the opportunity to work on upgrading and modernizing nuclear power plants with the latest control technologies the industry offers. You will be expected to both lead and support small and large controls projects with a focus on technical execution and effective Project Management. These projects will require coordination with mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines to bring the project to completion.

You work will include investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving a wide variety of controls engineering issues, including the following:

• Develop Digital Systems Design -- PLC, DCS, HSI, networked computer systems.
• Prepare control system functional and implementation requirements and procurement specifications for nuclear plant control systems.
• Interface with the client to ensure proper project execution and client satisfaction.
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and studies to present information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements.
• Manage resources/resource loading and develop estimates for task completion and budget development.
• Support the development of proposals.
• Prepare and review diagrams and drawings for new and upgraded controls solutions.
• Evaluate vendor bids from a technical perspective.
• Interface with vendors to perform document reviews, ensure equipment compliance with specifications and needs of the plant, and witness FAT performance on behalf of the client.
• Support implementation of the project at the client’s facilities.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• BS or MS in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Nuclear Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 10 or more years of experience in I&C Design Engineering. At least 5 years of this experience needs to be at a nuclear facility.
• PE license is preferred.
• Ability to clearly communicate both in speech and written formats.
• Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre‑engineered systems to execute systems design.
• Experience with serving as the firm’s client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
• Experience in reviewing design documentation

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

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

Financial Benefits

• 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

Work‑Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$145,310.00 - $222,001.00

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.

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.