Mechanical Engineer Consultant 2 (Power Uprates) - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; Cranberry Township (Butler County); Hybrid; USD 145,310 - 222,001; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Cranberry Township, PA, seeks a senior mechanical engineer with extensive nuclear power uprate experience. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement: three days in the office and two remote days, and involves leading engineering tasks on major plant systems and vendor interfaces.

You will mentor junior staff, develop proposals and cost estimates, review heat balances and equipment sizing, and present technical findings to clients.

Qualifications

• Requires a BSME from ABET-accredited program with thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
• 10+ years in the nuclear power industry.
• Experience with nuclear uprates and turbine retrofit projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering design for nuclear plants and applicable codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform consulting level work for nuclear uprates.
• Interface with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and status.
• Develop engineering proposals and cost estimates.
• Manage resources and develop task completion estimates and budgets.
• Review heat balances, pumps, heat exchangers, and plant hazards for client recommendations.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers; perform independent reviews; attend client meetings.

Skills

Nuclear power experience

Thermodynamics & heat transfer

Numerical computation

Technical report writing

MS Office proficiency

Clear communication

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering (ABET)

Job description

Description

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

Our electric power generation clients are seeking to increase the power output of their existing power plants to meet the electric demands. This is expanding work in the nuclear industry. You will work on major systems, equipment and plant process in the following areas:

• Perform consulting level work for power uprates in the nuclear industry.
• Interface with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and project status.
• Develop engineering proposals and cost estimates.
• Manage resources/resource loading and develop estimates for task completion and budget development.
• Review calculations related to heat balances, power train pumps, heat exchangers, condenser/heat sink, and plant hazards to support client recommendations and reviews.
• Review task reports and equipment evaluations that present technical information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements.
• Review equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection in response to client needs to support the proposed power uprate.
• Evaluate vendor bids from a technical perspective.
• Interface with vendors to perform document reviews, ensure equipment compliance with specifications and needs of the plant.
• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff on power plant engineering technical tasks.
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation.
• Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• This position requires a BSME from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
• 10+ years of experience in the nuclear power industry.
• Experience with nuclear power uprates and/or turbine retrofit projects.
• Experience and practical knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
  • Power Uprates (EPU/SPU/MUR)
  • Power Uprate pinch point assessments and/or task reports
  • Turbine / Generator / AVR / Exciter Refurbishments
  • Heat Exchanger Replacement (FWH/MSR/TFP)
  • Isophase Bus Duct
  • Transformer/Switchyard
  • NSSS Systems
  • Licensing Application
• All assignments require the preparation of calculations and/or reports, and excellent technical report writing skills are essential.
• Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to a project design.
• Strong interest in numerical computations and problem solving.
• Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• MSME from an ABET accredited program with a strong academic background
• PE License

Benefits

This position offers comprehensive healthcare plans, paid time off, and additional benefits to support employees.

• 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

$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.