WORK LOCATION: This is a remote/virtual position. Candidates can be based anywhere within the United States. We are currently hiring motivated, talented individuals to support nuclear / radiological design engineering efforts for Small Modular Reactor (SMR), Advanced Reactor (AR), and medical isotope facility design projects that are in the conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design phases. This is an opportunity to work on the next generation of smaller-scale, modular nuclear power plants, and nuclear technologies. You will work with multi-discipline engineering project teams engaged in the design and engineering of upgrades and modifications to existing nuclear power plants in the following areas:- Radiological dose calculations- Shielding design calculations- Radiation source term calculations- Radiation monitoring systemsIn addition, you will:- Work on both domestic and international nuclear power plant projects- Travel to client offices and nuclear plant site locations to attend project progress meetings- Address emergent issues and provide technical support to our nuclear clients
This is a remote/virtual position. Candidate can be based anywhere within the United States. This position in Sargent & Lundy’s Consulting group will require you to focus on our resource planning projects and associated production cost modeling activities, such as the following:- Input data gathering for the models- Review existing and planned generators cost and performance parameters- Review and incorporate load forecasts- Review applicable energy and fuel contracts- Review RTO/ISO interconnection queue data- Evaluate applicable transmission network characteristics - Model development and benchmarking:- Develop and run production cost models in PLEXOS or PROMOD- Verify model outputs against historical system data- Scenario modeling and analysis:- Evaluate various scenarios of generation and energy storage portfolios- Perform sensitivity analyses- Perform NPV and financial analysis- Perform other electric system planning studies
This is a remote/virtual position. Candidate can be based anywhere within the United States.Sargent & Lundy is one of the largest and most experienced power industry engineering and consulting firms. This position in Sargent & Lundy’s Consulting group will require you to work on our project teams that provide a wide variety of services, such as the following:- Technical consulting and advisory services to power project developers to support new utility-scale solar, wind, gas, battery energy storage, and other projects;- Independent engineering and due diligence services for lenders and investors to evaluate the financing of new power and infrastructure projects;- Technical, economic, and market studies for grid operators, utilities, and research agencies; and- Planning studies and business case development for utilities, independent power producers, and government agencies.This position is being added to support the continued growth of the Sargent & Lundy Consulting group, particularly in the renewable energy, battery energy storage, and utility planning / advisory practice areas. Our Consulting Group works with clients across the United States and in numerous other countries.This position will require a great deal of face-to-face interaction with power plant developers and owners, as well as lenders and investors, during the execution of consulting services work for the firm. The work environment in our Consulting group is fast-paced, dynamic, and interesting.
Our electric power generation clients are updating and replacing the power plant control systems with new digital control systems. This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. You will work on major process controls engineering projects for upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants in the following areas:- Digital Systems -- PLC, DCS, Touchscreen displays, network switches and control systems- Functional Requirement and Procurement Specifications for instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants- Process instrumentation replacement evaluation reports and nuclear modification packages- Mechatronics, Control Systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines and reactors to improve the functionality of the client’s plant- Attend client meetings and perform site walkdowns to ensure the client is satisfied with our work product- Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced nuclear instrumentation and controls design engineers
This position requires an engineer who has expertise in US nuclear cyber security rules and NEI cyber security guidance. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:- Reviewing Critical Digital Asset (CDA) determinations and assessments for technical accuracy.- Addressing related plant corrective actions and notifications. - Confirming the configuration of devices installed at the site based on network diagrams and system documentation. - Supporting installation of software and hardware on plant digital systems.- Performing tasks for changing device settings to implement cyber security controls. - Performing technical supports requested by the Digital Engineering and Cyber Security supervisors.- Performing other tasks as related to Cyber Security.
This position requires an engineer who has expertise in US nuclear cyber security rules and NEI cyber security guidance. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:- Reviewing Critical Digital Asset (CDA) determinations and assessments for technical accuracy.- Addressing related plant corrective actions and notifications. - Confirming the configuration of devices installed at the site based on network diagrams and system documentation. - Supporting installation of software and hardware on plant digital systems.- Performing tasks for changing device settings to implement cyber security controls. - Performing technical supports requested by the Digital Engineering and Cyber Security supervisors.- Performing other tasks as related to Cyber Security.
Sargent & Lundy is one of the largest and most experienced power industry engineering and consulting firms. We have a unique and exciting opportunity to join our Consulting group in the role of Electrical Engineering Lead for renewable energy projects. We are seeking detail-oriented professionals with solar and battery energy storage electrical engineering design experience.This position is being added to support the continued growth of the Sargent & Lundy Consulting group, particularly in the renewable energy, battery energy storage, and utility planning / advisory practice areas. Our Consulting group works with clients across the United States and in numerous other countries.This position will require a great deal of face-to-face interaction with power plant developers and owners, as well as lenders and investors, during the execution of consulting services work for the firm. The work environment in our Consulting group is fast-paced, dynamic, and interesting. This position in Sargent & Lundy’s Consulting group will require you to be the electrical engineering lead for our owner’s engineer engagements for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects developed by our electric utilities and Independent Power Producers (IPPs) clients. Common tasks include: - Preparing solar and battery energy storage EPC RFP packages and associated technical specifications- Evaluating EPC proposals to assist selection of preferred EPC contractors- Providing technical support during negotiations of EPC contract- Preparing or reviewing specifications such as main power transformer- Reviewing EPC contractor’s electrical engineering design drawing packages and supporting calculations- Renewable low-voltage (both DC and AC) systems- AC collection system for solar and batteries- Collector substation and interconnecting substation expansion- Gen-tie transmission
Under the guidance of the team lead(s), you will work in a project team environment with other engineers involved in executing water resources deliverables and other site development engineering in support of the design, modification, and analysis of power plant sites. The work may include the following responsibilities:- Flood level determination for 100-year and probable maximum flood scenarios.- Site evaluations considering local probable maximum precipitation events.- Design and/or analysis of cooling lakes, reservoirs, and canals.- Design and/or analysis of cooling water intake and discharge systems.- Wave force analysis and shore protection design.- Groundwater analysis.- Design of storm drains, open channel drainage, and storm water ponds.- Design of sanitary sewers and sewage disposal systems.- Design of wastewater surface impoundments and landfills.- Prepare site layout, grading, and drainage designs.- Design of roads and trackwork.
The majority of the projects performed for our clients require multi-discipline interface and coordination. Responsibilities include:- Lead efforts performed by group members to ensure successful completion of electrical engineering project deliverables to meet all technical, quality, financial and project controls expectations- Initiating and conveying scope of work to group members- Defining deliverables (i.e. calcs, specs, drawings, design change etic…)- Reviewing status and tracking progress of group members to maintain project scope/budget and keep client informed- Routine status meetings- Submitting progress reports- Tracking and resolving open items and emergent project issues- Coordinating completion of project deliverables - Lead the team for the detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work to include interface and coordination with other disciplines- Develop project scope, cost estimates, and schedules for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants - Develop proposals for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants- Provide technical oversight and supervision for all electrical engineering activities to include:- Engineering design change packages to install, replace or upgrade existing plant equipment to ensure long-term equipment reliability- Engineering calculations in support of design change packages, including AC and DC power studies, short circuit, cable ampacity, voltage drop, breaker coordination, motor starting and protective relay settings- Equipment procurement specifications- Bid review evaluation process for potential equipment vendors, to include supporting vendor requests for additional information, developing responses to vendor questions, and maintaining a tracking mechanism for questions/responses- Interface with the client, including implementing personnel to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction- Mentor and guide the development of the group- Identify and follow up on client needs that may result in strategic opportunities- Leverage good client relationships to develop follow-on work from existing clients- Prepare/Coordinate multi-discipline proposals
Project teams in our Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) support industry-leading projects in power generation, plant design, environmental compliance, mid/downstream oil & gas, and multi-disciplined industrial projects. We’re leading efforts to decarbonize the industry by utilizing advanced technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. Our EIG teams perform detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and the integration of solar and energy storage. We’re the industry leader in carbon capture technologies with experience executing pilot-scale to commercial-scale projects for utilities, industrial plants, and direct air capture. We provide engineering services for green hydrogen production via electrolysis using solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear power sources and we support on-site usage in power generation, fuel cells, and fueling stations. - This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering.- You will work on project teams with other I&C engineers involved in the design of new power plants, modifications to existing power generation facilities, and plant controls betterment.- You will be involved in power distribution designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of instrumentation and controls equipment and related installation services. - As a member of a multi-discipline project team, you will be involved in power plant design coordination, engineering calculation preparation, and electrical control circuit design. - Through mentoring, classroom-style technical sessions, and on-the-job training, you will increase your knowledge and skills in your engineering discipline.- There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs. - Develop your career via peer-learning by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”This position is remote/virtual. Candidate can be located anywhere in the United States.
This position will offer you the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.- Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management- 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 functional leads 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 that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements- Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results
Project teams in our Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) support industry-leading projects in power generation, plant design, environmental compliance, mid/downstream oil & gas, and multi-disciplined industrial projects. We’re leading efforts to decarbonize the industry by utilizing advanced technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. Our EIG teams perform detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and the integration of solar and energy storage. We’re the industry leader in carbon capture technologies with experience executing pilot-scale to commercial-scale projects for utilities, industrial plants, and direct air capture. We provide engineering services for green hydrogen production via electrolysis using solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear power sources and we support on-site usage in power generation, fuel cells, and fueling stations.- This position will offer you the opportunity to work as a lead engineer in a project team environment involved in the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for projects ranging from existing plant retrofits to new generation installations.- You will be involved in power distribution designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services needed to support the projects.- Assist project manager in efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.- Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.- Prepare and review functional design drawings including single line, relay and metering, cable block, and schematic diagrams. Prepare documentation for design input for other drawing production and 3-D modeling.- Prepare and review detailed calculations, including auxiliary power system studies, voltage drop, protective relay settings, and arc flash calculations.- Interface with vendors to prepare bills of material and equipment purchase specifications and provide recommendations to the client.- Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.- Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawings.- Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers. - Develop your career via peer-learning by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice”.- Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.This is a remote/virtual position. Candidate can be based anywhere within the United States.
Reporting to the Executive Director of Sargent & Lundy Engineering Services, Inc. (S&L Government Services Group, “GS Group”), the Business Development Lead & Senior Project Manager plays two vital roles in the organization:- GS Business Development Lead: In this role, the successful applicant will be responsible for all formal BD activities in the GS Group, including customer relationships (e.g., government clients and M&O contractors), marketing, opportunity identification, capture lead (including teaming arrangements), and proposal preparation. Specific duties in these areas include:- Customer Relationships: Serve as the primary point of contact for customers/clients within the government market. Develop working relationships with key government organizations (e.g., DOE EM and NNSA leaders) and M&O/Prime contractors (BD and procurement personnel). Responsible for networking with these potential clients to identify opportunities to provide engineering services to support their missions.- Marketing: Responsible for all marketing activities for the GS Group, including participation/exhibition at conferences/symposia, preparation of marketing materials (e.g., capabilities briefings and handouts), and participation in industry organizations (e.g., EFCOG, ETEBA).- Opportunity Identification: Maintain the GS opportunity pipeline using Govwin and networking.- Capture Lead: Serve as capture lead for all major GS bids (e.g., sitewide IDIQs, BOAs, MSAs; large capital projects). Build winning teams, in either prime or sub role. Negotiate workshare with teammates. Manage NDA and Teaming Agreement documents.- Proposal Preparation: Responsible for leading bid strategy and proposal preparation for all major bids. Develop value proposition, win themes, price-to-win strategy, and assist with identification, selection, and recruitment of key personnel for all proposals.- Senior Project Manager: Responsible for capture and management of projects at assigned sites. Initial sites assigned to the successful candidate will be Savannah River Site (all 3 M&Os), Y-12, and ORNL. Duties include:- Work with site engineering managers and procurement staff to identify upcoming projects.- Work to steer projects to existing contract vehicles (e.g., SCMC large business or small business IDIQs; Y-12 engineering BOA). Lead the cost estimating process using the existing SCMC rates.- Lead capture of site capital projects that are not released under an existing contract vehicle.- Supervise Project Managers assigned to each awarded project, ensuring that all deliverables are completed on-time and on or under budget.- Upon successful capture of sufficient work, open and staff a local office to support future project capture and execution.
The Data Security Architect works closely with the IT Security Manager to plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor security measures for the protection of the Sargent & Lundy’s data. The architect leads the development of data security strategies and architecture for systems that align with best practices. Embed security into the overall approach and vision for data across the enterprise. You will also assist in development and oversight in the implementation of information security applications, procedures, and policies. You will be part of the team to collaboratively monitor and respond to security events, threats, and intrusions. - Conduct security design reviews for proposed solutions, identifying and addressing potential vulnerabilities and threats - Assist application and infrastructure teams in architecting and implementing secure business solutions utilizing On-Prem, IaaS SaaS, and PaaS - Implement software tools to assist in the detection, prevention, and analysis of security threats- Document business requirements, high-level architecture and design documentation, and detailed processes- Track and manage resolutions on findings from Risk Assessments, Vulnerability Assessments, and Penetration tests.- Research and assess new threats and security alerts, and recommend remediation actions- Drive our security strategy to continuously improve our security posture- Lead independent security tests to proactively find security holes- Utilize the NIST, SOC2, and ISO 27001 frameworks to guide and enhance company security posture- Collaborate with the wider security team to support response and remediation of security incidents, as well as proactively identify potential security risks- Mentor staff to build security into everyday development practices
- Develop and market high level, complex programs for nuclear power projects associated with design, operational excellence, safety, maintenance, and project management.- This position will offer you the opportunity to direct technical decision making, in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing power plant controls systems, specifically digital upgrades- You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of instrumentation & controls engineering issues,- Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements,- Perform Digital Systems Design Development -- PLC, DCS, HSI, networked computer systems, and digital instrumentation & control systems functional requirements for nuclear plant systems. Work collaboratively on quality assessments and critical digital reviews,- Perform consulting level work for digital IOT, innovation, and strategic first of a kind (FOAK) projects for the nuclear industry,- Prepare and review detailed calculations, including scaling, uncertainty, and setpoint calculations for analog and digital controls applications,- Prepare documentation for design input for drawing production including master diagrams and schematics,- Interface with vendors to prepare and review materials and equipment purchase specifications,- Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements,- Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation,- Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction,- Support station outage activities as required
This position will offer you the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.- Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management- 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 functional leads 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 that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements- Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results
You will be leading the group on interesting and challenging projects that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues to support single and multi-discipline projects. The majority of the projects performed for our clients require multi-discipline interface and coordination. Responsibilities include:- Lead efforts performed by group members to ensure successful completion of electrical engineering project deliverables to meet all technical, quality, financial and project controls expectations- Initiating and conveying scope of work to group members- Defining deliverables (i.e. calcs, specs, drawings, design change etic…)- Reviewing status and tracking progress of group members to maintain project scope/budget and keep client informed- Routine status meetings- Submitting progress reports- Tracking and resolving open items and emergent project issues- Coordinating completion of project deliverables - Lead the team for the detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work to include interface and coordination with other disciplines- Develop project scope, cost estimates, and schedules for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants - Develop proposals for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants- Provide technical oversight and supervision for all electrical engineering activities to include:- Engineering design change packages to install, replace or upgrade existing plant equipment to ensure long-term equipment reliability- Engineering calculations in support of design change packages, including AC and DC power studies, short circuit, cable ampacity, voltage drop, breaker coordination, motor starting and protective relay settings- Equipment procurement specifications- Bid review evaluation process for potential equipment vendors, to include supporting vendor requests for additional information, developing responses to vendor questions, and maintaining a tracking mechanism for questions/responses- Interface with the client, including implementing personnel to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction- Mentor and guide the development of the group- Identify and follow up on client needs that may result in strategic opportunities- Leverage good client relationships to develop follow-on work from existing clients- Prepare/Coordinate multi-discipline proposals
This position will offer you the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.- Oversee construction sketches and details for:- Overhead and underground network services (4 KV through 34 KV)- Structural analyses- Short circuit and voltage drop calculations- Bill of Material- Cost Estimates- Permits- Traffic control plans- Designs overhead URD and underground network services (4 KV through 34 KV).- Analyzes and designs priority feeds. - Plan modifications to the distribution system as well as designing and overseeing complex engineering tasks.- Develop work packages and follow the performance of the work.- Provide oversight to entry level engineers and perform QA/QC on Issue for Construction job packages.- Coordinate and lead meetings with clients as well as other internal disciplines and team members.
This position offers a hybrid schedule with the expection of 3 days per week in the office, and the remainder remote / virtual.- This position offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of high voltage substation projects.- As an Associate Electrical Engineer, you will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.- You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues.- As an Associate Electrical Engineer, you will prepare reports that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.- Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.” - In addition, you may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed.Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.
This position offers a hybrid schedule with the expection of 3 days per week in the office, and the remainder remote / virtual.- As an Electrical Engineer, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Electrical Engineering.- You will work on project teams with other electrical engineers involved in the design of new high voltage and extra-high voltage substations and transmission systems.- You will be involved in power transmission designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services. - There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.