Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear Uprate, Hybrid Role

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,840 - 147,870; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

An engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Mechanical Analysis Engineer to lead evaluations and consulting work for nuclear power uprate projects. The ideal candidate has a BSME, 7+ years in the nuclear industry, and excellent skills in thermodynamics and technical writing. This position offers a hybrid work model, balancing in-office and remote work, alongside competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in the nuclear power industry.
• Experience with nuclear power uprates and/or turbine retrofit projects.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations for mechanical engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead licensing basis system evaluations for nuclear power uprate.
• Perform consulting level work for power uprates in the nuclear industry.
• Prepare and review calculations related to heat balances and equipment.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid mechanics

Technical report writing

Numerical computations

Communication skills

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

BSME from an ABET program

Job description

An engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Mechanical Analysis Engineer to lead evaluations and consulting work for nuclear power uprate projects. The ideal candidate has a BSME, 7+ years in the nuclear industry, and excellent skills in thermodynamics and technical writing. This position offers a hybrid work model, balancing in-office and remote work, alongside competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.