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Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Mechanical EngineerMechanical EngineerFull TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000Since 1891H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

$145.3K - $222.0K / year

Seniority

Mid Level

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

Role Description You will be involved in nuclear power plant systems design, including preparation or review of: - Modification packages for operating nuclear power plants - Functional mechanical drawings and/or drawings for nuclear power plant systems - Engineering analyses and evaluations to support modifications and operation of plant systems - Technical specifications and procurement documents for plant equipment - Vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment - Studies and options evaluations for modifications to operating nuclear power plants In addition, you will have the opportunity to: - Develop engineering cost estimates for small to mid-sized client-requested work scopes - Visit client office and/or plant site locations to interface with the client and make presentations related to engineering tasks and status - Lead engineering project teams Qualifications - We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position. - BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program - 10 or more years of experience in the power industry - Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants - PE license is beneficial, but not required 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. 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 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 $145,310.00 - $222,001.00 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 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.

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