Radiological Engineer I – Shielding & Dose Calculations

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Chicago, IL is seeking a Nuclear Engineer to perform shielding design and radiological dose calculations for upgrades and modifications to existing nuclear power plants. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver high‑quality engineering solutions.

The position targets a Summer 2027 start and may involve travel for domestic and international projects. We require a Nuclear Engineering degree (ABET‑accredited preferred) and strong communication and

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's of Science in Nuclear Engineering.
• ABET accreditation preferred for the program.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Experience with MCNP, RADTRAD, MicroShield, ORIGEN, ARCON96 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shielding design calculations and radiological dose calculations.
• Work with multi-discipline engineering project teams on upgrades/modifications to existing plants.
• Travel to support domestic and international projects.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written

Strong problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science in Nuclear Engineering

ABET-accredited program preferred

Tools

MCNP

RADTRAD

MicroShield

ORIGEN

ARCON96

MS Office

Job description

Sargent & Lundy in Chicago, IL is seeking a Nuclear Engineer to perform shielding design and radiological dose calculations for upgrades and modifications to existing nuclear power plants. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver high‑quality engineering solutions.

The position targets a Summer 2027 start and may involve travel for domestic and international projects. We require a Nuclear Engineering degree (ABET‑accredited preferred) and strong communication and