Senior Environmental Specialist 2 - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; United States; Remote; USD 91,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Sargent Lundy’s Environmental Licensing and Permitting team, driving compliance for nuclear power projects. Utilize your expertise in regulatory requirements, conduct environmental impact assessments, and prepare necessary environmental reports. Benefit from a supportive culture focused on professional growth and exceptional work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

Flexible Work Arrangements

401(k) plan

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in federal Environmental Reports, NEPA documents, and permit applications.
• Demonstrated understanding of federal environmental regulations implementing NEPA.
• Experience with environmental laws for nuclear facilities, including Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act.

Responsibilities

• Review and implement environmental regulatory requirements for nuclear projects.
• Prepare complex technical reports and federal Environmental Impact Statements.
• Manage project tasks for schedule and budget while leading project teams.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to interact and multitask

Education

BS in Environmental Engineering

Environmental Science

Job description

Description

• As a member of Sargent & Lundy’s Environmental Licensing and Permitting team, you will utilize your academic background and experience to review, evaluate, and implement federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements as they apply to a variety of nuclear power projects. You will be asked to use your knowledge of NRC environmental regulations, NRC guidelines, and engineering principles to meet project team and client needs for defining, evaluating, and implementing environmental mitigation, compliance, and permitting projects.
• The position will offer you the opportunity to expand your knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations as they apply to nuclear projects, and to work with multi-disciplined project teams to:
• Review and implement federal, state, and local regulatory requirements as they apply to specific projects, and develop strategies to implement cost-effective mitigation compliance plans
• Prepare site-specific environmental reports and studies to evaluate the suitability of a site for a proposed nuclear power facility (including small modular reactors [SMRs])
• Work with project engineers to ensure projects are designed and developed using criteria that recognize all relevant environmental requirements
• Prepare permit applications and interface with federal, state, and local permitting agencies
• Prepare complex technical reports including site selection studies, environmental and social impact assessments, compliance audits, and regulatory reviews
• Prepare Environmental Reports, pursuant to the applicable requirements of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for license applicants (e.g., Reg Guide 4.2 and NUREGs 1748, 1555, 1537, and 1520)
• Prepare federal Environmental Impact Statements or other NEPA documents, pursuant to the requirements of the project-specific lead federal agency
• You will have the opportunity to develop your environmental career via peer-learning and knowledge sharing with other engineers and environmental professionals and participating in Sargent & Lundy’s System of Processes and our associated “Communities of Practice.”
• The position offers the opportunity to travel to client offices and project site locations for project reviews.
• Anticipated project management tasks include:
  • Taking ownership of project task performance for schedule and budget
  • Managing and directing the project team to ensure accountability
  • Developing and maintaining a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders
  • Leading efforts to ensure project tasks on time and within budget and leading weekly status meetings
  • Supporting the reporting of schedule and budget

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• A BS in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in the preparation of federal Environmental Reports, Environmental Impact Statements, other NEPA documents, and permit applications for federal environmental permits and licenses
• Demonstrated understanding of federal environmental regulations implementing the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act
• Experience evaluating and interpreting site-specific environmental site surveys, for example, ecology, wetlands, archeology, and noise studies
• Familiarity with environmental laws and regulations that apply to nuclear facilities, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Threatened & Endangered Species Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
• Environmental impact assessment/permitting experience, including specific experience in one or more of the following fields:
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Subsequent License Renewals and associated Environmental Reports
• NPDES wastewater and construction stormwater discharge permitting
• Wetlands permitting
• Major source air permitting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and regulatory agencies

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

$91,220.00 - $140,750.00

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.