Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; Peachtree Corners (GA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects in the nuclear power sector, focusing on process control systems and digital modernization. You will leverage your extensive design engineering experience to enhance existing systems and guide the development of future technologies. With a commitment to clean energy, this position not only supports professional growth but also emphasizes work-life balance through flexible arrangements and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about engineering and innovation, this role is for you.

Benefits

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in design engineering for process control systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work on major process controls engineering projects for nuclear power.
• Prepare documentation and interface with vendors for equipment specifications.

Skills

Design Engineering

Process Control Systems

Communication Skills

Technical Knowledge of Equipment

Reviewing Design Drawings

Education

BS or MS in Engineering

Tools

PLC

DCS

P&ID Development

Job description

Description

WORK LOCATION: This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office in Peachtree Corners and working remote from home.

Nuclear Power is a carbon-free energy source. Our electric power generation clients are digitizing their existing power plants and building new nuclear power plants, small modular reactors (SMR). This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. Due to this influx of work, Sargent & Lundy has a need for I&C Engineers.

As a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, you will work on major process controls engineering projects in the following areas:

• Digital Systems -- PLC, DCS, Touchscreen displays, network switches and control systems.
• Functional Requirement and Procurement Specifications for instrumentation and control components and systems.
• Process instrumentation replacement evaluation reports and nuclear modification packages.
• Prepare documentation for design input for drawing production including cable block diagrams and schematics.
• Interface with vendors and prepare equipment purchase specifications.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements.
• Development of P&ID’s and System Design Descriptions.
• Attend client meetings and perform site walkdowns to ensure the client is satisfied with our work product.
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced nuclear instrumentation and controls design engineers.
• Support station outage activities as required.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• A BS or MS degree in engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
• 7 or more years of experience in design engineering for process control systems
• Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Experience in design engineering for nuclear power plant control system.
• PE license

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.

• 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. 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.

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.