Lead Mechanical Engineer for Nuclear Projects (Clearance)

Sargent & Lundy; United States; Remote; USD 145,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a lead-level mechanical engineer for a broad nuclear-focused portfolio in the United States. The role emphasizes multi-discipline project execution, safety, budgets, and client relations, with substantial design review and calculations responsibilities.

Ideal candidates hold an ABET-accredited degree, 15+ years in mechanical engineering (nuclear preferred), and a track record of liaising with clients.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen; dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.
• Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance.
• BSME or MSME degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program with a strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, machine design, or thermal systems.
• 15+ years of progressive responsible experience in mechanical engineering ideally in a nuclear environment.
• 5+ years of experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
• Experience with designing and analyzing piping, pressure vessels, HVAC, and/or radioactive material handling systems.
• Working knowledge of codes and standards (ASME B31, Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, AG-1).
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting; strong schedule and budget development/management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidiscipline project execution and coordinate resources across disciplines.
• Own all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience throughout the lifecycle.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, and work plans; monitor progress to stay on budget and on schedule.
• Prepare and review complex calculations and mechanical system/equipment designs.
• Prepare and review input for drawing production (P&IDs, layouts, general arrangements).
• Prepare and review equipment specifications; communicate with vendors via written specifications.
• Prepare and review reports and studies; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Security clearance awareness

Collaborative teamwork

Budget & schedule management

Strong communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program (BSME/MSME)

Tools

Solidworks

Inventor

Microstation

AutoCAD

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a lead-level mechanical engineer for a broad nuclear-focused portfolio in the United States. The role emphasizes multi-discipline project execution, safety, budgets, and client relations, with substantial design review and calculations responsibilities.

Ideal candidates hold an ABET-accredited degree, 15+ years in mechanical engineering (nuclear preferred), and a track record of liaising with clients.