Lead Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

This will be a full‑time (5 days per week) on‑site position at TRISO‑X Fuel Fabrication Facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. You will be involved in nuclear power plant systems design, including preparation or review of: Responsibilities 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 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 BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program A minimum of 10 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 We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position. 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, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation, and guide when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked Oversee engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs (valued but not required) 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 agentic AI‑enabled engineering workflows Compensation $116,620.00 – $179,890.00 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. 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 health care 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 provide competitive, award‑winning benefits. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sargent & Lundy