Senior Mechanical Engineer

Sargent Lundy; United States; Remote; USD 118,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior mechanical engineer to provide development support, conceptual design, and owner’s engineer services for electric power projects. Candidates should have a BSME from an ABET-accredited program and 10+ years in the electric power industry, with strong technical communication skills.

The position is remote within the United States and may involve travel. Applicants will evaluate mechanical systems for conventional power projects and contribute to design reviews,

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BSME degree required.
• 10+ years in electric power industry.
• Experience in mechanical design of conventional power projects.
• Strong technical communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide development support, conceptual design, and owner’s engineer services.
• Support project economic and cost analysis, risk assessments, and contract development.
• Engineering design reviews, technical due diligence, and project development support.
• Travel within the United States and internationally.

Skills

BSME degree

Electric power experience

Mechanical design experience

Technical communication

Education

ABET-accredited BSME program

Job description

Responsibilities

This is a remote/virtual position. Candidate can be based anywhere within the United States.

Overview:

Sargent & Lundy Consulting (SLC) works on behalf of clients to support electric power projects. We evaluate and optimize technical, commercial, environmental, and financial aspects of the projects for a variety of clients.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will provide development support, conceptual design and owner’s engineer services to clients including performing technical evaluations of electric power generation projects and facilities. You will also have the opportunity to support project economic and cost analysis, risk assessments, and contract development.

Your responsibilities will include engineering design reviews, technical due diligence, project development support, and conceptual design. Particular experience in mechanical design of conventional power projects is desired.

You will have the opportunity to travel within the United States as well as internationally.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• This position requires a BSME in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background.
• 10 or more years of experience in the electric power industry, including experience in detailed design of the mechanical systems of conventional power projects, specifically:
  • Simple cycle gas turbines
  • Combined cycle projects
  • Coal fired generation,
  • Steam systems, or
  • Reciprocating engines (RICE)
• Experience in development support and conceptual design of conventional power projects
• Excellent technical communication and writing skills are required.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Experience in technical due diligence and owner’s engineering design reviews of conventional power projects is a plus.
• General understanding of power station operations and performance reviews is a plus.
• General understanding of process design at electric power generation facilities is a plus.
• Economic, cost analysis, and contract development experience is a plus.
• A familiarity with international design codes and standards is preferred.

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 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

$118,023 - $180,313

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

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.