Lead Radiological Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; United States; Remote; USD 116,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent Lundy seeks an experienced Radiological Engineer to engage with clients and manage project execution in nuclear power plant upgrades. Candidates should have a strong background in radiation monitoring systems and excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation and award-winning benefits, contributing to the clean energy sector.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience with radiation monitoring systems.
• Experience with calibration and detection capabilities.
• PE license desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct radiological dose and source term calculations.
• Work on domestic and international nuclear projects.
• Travel for client meetings and site assessments.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Understanding of NRC regulations

Radiation detector operation

Education

BS or MS in Engineering

Job description

Description

We offer you a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in nuclear/radiological engineering.This Radiological Engineering position will provide you with opportunities for interfacing with clients and includes project work execution responsibilities.

You will work with multi-disciplineengineering project teams engaged in the design and engineeringof upgrades and modifications to new and existing nuclear power plants in the following areas:

• Radiological dose calculations
• Radiation source term calculations
• Radiation monitoring system design

In addition, you will:

• Work on both domestic and international nuclear power plant projects
• Travel to client offices and plant site locations to attend project progress meetings; travel may involve both domestic and international travel to Euro.pe, Asia, and the Middle East
• Perform site walk-downs
• Address emergent issues and provide technical support to clients

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• BS or MS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
• A minimum of 10 years of experience with radiation monitoring systems including types of radiation detectors and their operation, signal processing, and mechanical/electrical interfaces with plant systems
• Experience with the calibration and detection capability of radiation monitoring systems including primary calibrations, secondary/transfer calibrations, energy calibrations, energy response characteristics, and reference isotopes
• Working knowledge of NRC regulations and guidance that apply to licensing and license renewal of nuclear power plants
• Experience with some or all of the following computer programs:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• PE license desired, but not required

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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-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

$116,620.00 - $179,890.00

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.