Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 – Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

Manage nuclear engineering projects overseeing teams in design, modification, and analysis of nuclear power plants. Ensure project performance across safety, schedule, and budget within the Nuclear Power Group.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $145,310 - $222,001 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the nuclear power sector, focusing on safety, budget, and schedule adherence while fostering collaboration among multi-disciplinary teams. Proficient in technical communication and stakeholder engagement to ensure project success and client satisfaction.

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Project ManagementMulti-Disciplinary Team LeadershipBudget ManagementSchedule DevelopmentClient Liaison

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringThermodynamicsFluid MechanicsHeat TransferConstruction Risk ControlChange ManagementTechnical ReportingPerformance Indicator AnalysisEngineering Design

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationMentoringProblem SolvingAccountability

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Nuclear PowerProject Lifecycle ManagementClient ExperienceStakeholder EngagementConstruction Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.
Coordinate 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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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: Construction management or a management/business degree, Engineering design experience, PMP Certification, MBA, Experience writing proposals

Benefits

Comp & perks

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