Senior HVAC Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical HVAC Engineer to design challenging HVAC systems for laboratory and industrial facilities, including ventilation, control room, and chilled water systems. The role involves design calculations, detailed system design, and preparing equipment specifications.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule with three days in the office and two remote days. A relocation package is available dependent on location.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of HVAC, ventilation, heating, and chilled-water system design for labs/industrial facilities.
• Proficiency in TRACE 700 or Carrier HAP.
• Ability to create P&IDs and design flow diagrams.
• Knowledge of HVAC codes and standards.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English (read, speak, and write).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop integrated HVAC systems including commercial/industrial ventilation, control room, and laboratory HVAC.
• Perform design calculations and prepare detailed system designs.
• Prepare technical specifications for HVAC equipment and engineering studies.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, clients, and suppliers to ensure timely design.
• Assist senior engineers with facility reviews and present findings.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE and current HVAC industry codes and standards.

Skills

ABET BS Mechanical Engineering

5+ years HVAC design

TRACE 700 / Carrier HAP

P&ID & flow diagrams

HVAC codes & standards

Spanish-English bilingual

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CADME

MicroStation

PE license

ASHRAE membership

Job description

Responsibilities

You will work on challenging assignments that include designing of HVAC systems, investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of HVAC engineering issues

• You will meet with others to develop integrated HVAC systems including the following:
  • Commercial/Industrial Ventilation Systems
  • Control room HVAC
  • Laboratory HVAC
  • Chilled water system design
  • Heating system design
• Provide support in the planning, scheduling, conducting, or coordinating of the detailed design phases of all aspects of facility engineering work
• Perform design calculations and develop detailed system design
• Prepare technical specifications for HVAC equipment
• Prepare engineering studies
• You will provide support to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to assure a complete and timely design
• You will assist senior engineers with reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and may present findings and recommendations to clients and peers
• Familiarity with ASHRAE and Current HVAC Industry Codes and Standards

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is required
• 5+ years of relevant HVAC system, ventilation systems, heating systems, and chilled water system design experience for laboratory and/or industrial facilities
• Proficiency in TRACE 700 or Carrier HAP
• Ability to create design flow diagrams, and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Prior knowledge of relevant codes and standards applicable to HVAC and ventilation system
• Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (read, speak, and write)

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• AutoCAD
• CADME
• MicroStation
• PE license
• ASHRAE Membership

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

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're 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

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!

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.