Senior I&C Engineer, Nuclear – Digital Upgrades & Automation

Sargent & Lundy; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group seeks a senior Instrumentation & Controls engineer to drive complex design development for both new plants and upgrades in a hybrid work environment. You will lead project teams, coordinate multidisciplinary input, and ensure designs meet stringent client and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes digital I&C, automation, and data-driven approaches to optimize performance, reliability, and safety across heavy industrial nuclear projects.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 10+ years of experience in the design engineering of instrumentation and controls systems for heavy industrial plants.
• Technically knowledgeable about available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems.
• Experience as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role is desirable.
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical decision making within a project team for digital I&C systems.
• Direct automation and modernization efforts, ensuring cost-effective designs.
• Coordinate design activities to meet specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Prepare and review detailed calculations for analog and digital controls applications.
• Interface with vendors and review equipment purchase specifications.
• Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and client satisfaction.

Skills

Lead engineering liaison

Design engineering

Project team leadership

Reviewing design drawings

Education

BS or MS in Engineering (ABET-approved)

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group seeks a senior Instrumentation & Controls engineer to drive complex design development for both new plants and upgrades in a hybrid work environment. You will lead project teams, coordinate multidisciplinary input, and ensure designs meet stringent client and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes digital I&C, automation, and data-driven approaches to optimize performance, reliability, and safety across heavy industrial nuclear projects.