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Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Roles & Responsibilities

  • BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program with coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
  • 10+ years of experience in a technical field and proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • 5+ years of experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to multitask and manage schedule development and budget management

Requirements:

  • Lead and manage project execution for nuclear power plant modifications, coordinating engineers, designers, controls, and scheduling professionals across internal and external departments
  • Own project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience through the full project lifecycle; coordinate resources and track KPIs
  • Mentor and coach project team; manage and direct the team to ensure accountability; develop positive relationships with client task engineers and stakeholders
  • Identify and control construction risks and changes; prepare reports in Sargent Lundy formats presenting technical information clearly

Job description

Description:

This position will offer you the opportunity to manage project(s) consisting of engineers, designers, controls and scheduling professionals involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing nuclear power plant modifications. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution. 

 

  • Responsible for project execution, coordination of resources from each discipline as required
  • Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle
  • Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability.  Mentor and coach team members
  • Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders
  • Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
  • Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items
  • Identify and control construction risk
  • Recognize, identify, track and control change
  • Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors
  • Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats
  • Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results
Qualifications:

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

 

Essential skills and experience:

 

  • BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program with academic coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfers 
  • Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • 10+ years of experience in a technical field (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)
  • 5+ years of experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
  • Schedule development and management
  • Budget management

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Construction management or a management/business degree
  • Engineering design experience a plus
  • PMP Certification is a plus.
  • MBA is a plus
  • Experience writing proposals is a plus 

 

Award-Winning 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 & 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: $142,710.00 - $215,440.00 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. About This Business Unit:

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

Awards & Recognition:

Top Workplaces USA Banner 2021-2023

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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