We are seeking a skilled and forward-thinking AI / Process Automation Team Lead to drive the adoption of modern tools and intelligent systems that optimize engineering workflows and compliance-related processes. This role will be instrumental in modernizing quality legacy practices, enabling our engineers to focus on high-value tasks, and ensuring data integrity and regulatory traceability throughout the engineering lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to coordinate, lead and participate in project(s) consisting of engineers, AI designer, and professionals involved in the AI automation, configuration, software update, design, and evaluations of new and existing applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a 3–4-person team to identify, design, and implement AI- and automation-driven improvements across nuclear engineering domains (design, analysis, documentation, configuration management, etc.).
• Collaborate with responsible organizations to ensure all solutions meet cybersecurity, IT, and NRC/regulatory standards for safety-critical systems. Develop and deploy intelligent tools (e.g., LLMs, scripting, AI copilots) that streamline tasks such as document generation, data validation, engineering change tracking, and configuration control.
• Ensure all solutions meet cybersecurity, IT, and NRC/regulatory standards for safety-critical systems.
• Build an automation roadmap aligned with organizational priorities, and communicate value through measurable KPIs (e.g., time savings, error reduction, throughput improvement, etc.).
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies in AI, Machine Language (ML) and automation, and evaluate their applicability within nuclear environments.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, digital fluency, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Monitor and manage project performance, including schedule, budget, reporting, and internal relations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and control project risk.
• Manage scope impacts and potential changes.

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

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in engineering, process automation, or AI/ML, ideally within a highly regulated or industrial domain.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and delivering technical solutions at scale.
• Proficiency in tools such as: Python, Power Automate, OpenAI APIs, RPA platforms (e.g., UiPath), Azure Python and cloud or on-prem AI services.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation systems, nuclear QA/QC protocols, and configuration management.
• Strong systems / critical thinking skills and ability to balance innovation with compliance, safety, and traceability.

Preferred Experience:

• Nuclear power plant operations, engineering, or design background
• Experience with NRC, INPO, or DOE regulations and cyber requirements
• Prior involvement in digital modernization or license amendment projects
• Experience integrating AI tools into enterprise engineering software (e.g., Aveva, Teamcenter, SmartPlant)

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.

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!

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.