Senior HVAC Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an HVAC Engineer to work on innovative projects in the Nuclear Power Group. The role involves designing HVAC systems and collaborating with teams to ensure effective solutions. Candidates should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and significant experience in HVAC design, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant HVAC design experience.
• Proficiency in TRACE 700 or Carrier HAP software.
• Ability to create design flow diagrams and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems and conduct engineering studies.
• Prepare technical specifications for HVAC equipment.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients for timely delivery.

Skills

HVAC system design

Ventilation

Heating systems

Chilled water systems

Design flow diagrams

Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

Knowledge of codes and standards

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

TRACE 700

Carrier HAP

AutoCAD

CADME

MicroStation

Job description

Description

• You will work on challenging assignments that include designing HVAC systems, investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of HVAC engineering issues.
• You will collaborate with others to develop integrated HVAC systems, including:
  • Commercial/Industrial Ventilation Systems
  • Control room HVAC
  • Laboratory HVAC
  • Chilled water system design
  • Heating system design
• Provide support in planning, scheduling, conducting, or coordinating detailed design phases of facility engineering work.
• Perform design calculations and develop detailed system designs.
• Prepare technical specifications for HVAC equipment.
• Conduct engineering studies.
• Support other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure complete and timely design delivery.
• Assist senior engineers with reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
• Maintain familiarity with ASHRAE standards and current HVAC industry codes and standards.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence 3 days per week.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience include:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Five or more years of relevant HVAC system, ventilation, heating, and chilled water system design experience for laboratory and/or industrial facilities.
• Proficiency in TRACE 700 or Carrier HAP software.
• Ability to create design flow diagrams and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards applicable to HVAC and ventilation systems.

Valued but not required skills and experience include:

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

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we prioritize the health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off support our team members in all aspects of life. We are committed to work-life balance and offer competitive, award-winning benefits, earning us the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• 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

$78,400.00 - $119,850.00

About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and contribute to the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we have been a leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise in small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions, digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversions, and international nuclear projects. We are committed to safety, innovation, and sustainability, providing solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Help 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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.