Senior Nuclear Mechanical Engineer: Systems & Innovation

Sargent Lundy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer in the nuclear power group to apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics to design and evaluate mechanical systems in nuclear plants. You will prepare calculations, reports, and proposals, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and travel for site reviews.

Ideal candidates bring ABET‑accredited BSME, 7+ years of nuclear experience, and strong communication skills to interact with clients and project teams across

Qualifications

• Requires a BSME from an ABET-accredited program with strong thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics background
• Minimum 7 years experience in the nuclear power industry
• Ability to prepare calculations and reports with strong technical writing
• Knowledge of applying mechanical engineering principles to project design in nuclear plants
• Strong numerical computation and problem solving skills
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and regulations for nuclear mechanical design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Directly apply knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics in power plant engineering
• Prepare or review calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations
• Conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection based on client needs
• Involve in system engineering and design of nuclear power plant mechanical systems
• Interface with clients and project teams to present technical discussions and status
• Develop engineering proposals and cost estimates
• Mentor junior staff and travel to client/vendor sites as needed

Skills

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid mechanics

Numerical computations

MS Office

Education

BSME ABET-accredited program

MSME ABET-accredited program (preferred)

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer in the nuclear power group to apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics to design and evaluate mechanical systems in nuclear plants. You will prepare calculations, reports, and proposals, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and travel for site reviews.

Ideal candidates bring ABET‑accredited BSME, 7+ years of nuclear experience, and strong communication skills to interact with clients and project teams across