Senior Radiological Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; United States; On-site; USD 95,840 - 147,870; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United States is seeking a Radiological Engineer. Your responsibilities will include working with multi-disciplinary teams on engineering upgrades for nuclear power plants, performing radiological dose calculations, and attending client meetings both domestically and internationally. The ideal candidate should possess a BS or MS degree in engineering, with significant experience in radiation monitoring systems. This role also offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience with radiation monitoring systems.
• Experience with calibration and detection capabilities of radiation monitoring systems.
• Working knowledge of NRC regulations related to nuclear power plants.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineering of upgrades to nuclear power plants.
• Perform radiological dose calculations and monitoring system design.
• Travel to client sites for project meetings and support.

Skills

Radiation monitoring systems expertise

Data analysis with Python

Project management

Verbal and written communication skills

Education

BS or MS degree in engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Advanced Excel

Job description

We offer you a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in nuclear/radiological engineering. This Radiological Engineering position will provide you with opportunities for interfacing with clients and includes project work execution responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Work with multi‑disciplinary engineering project teams engaged in the design and engineering of upgrades and modifications to new and existing nuclear power plants.
• Perform radiological dose calculations, radiation source‑term calculations, and radiation monitoring system design.
• Work on both domestic and international nuclear power plant projects.
• Travel to client offices and plant site locations for project progress meetings; travel may involve domestic and international trips to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
• Perform site walk‑downs.
• Address emergent issues and provide technical support to clients.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with radiation monitoring systems, including types of detectors, signal processing, and mechanical/electrical interfaces with plant systems.
• Experience with calibration and detection capabilities of radiation monitoring systems – primary, secondary/transfer, energy calibrations, energy response characteristics, and reference isotopes.
• Working knowledge of NRC regulations and guidance that apply to licensing and license renewal of nuclear power plants.
• Experience with computer programs such as Python, MATLAB, and advanced Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license desired, but not required.

Note on Sponsorship

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

AI & Automation

• Lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.
• Direct automation and process‑improvement work, e.g., how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guide the use of AI or agentic AI tools while ensuring results are checked.
• Oversee engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks; review automated outputs.
• Value additional learning such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and AI‑enabled engineering workflows.

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Backup 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

$95,840.00 – $147,870.00

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 Statement

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.