Sargent & Lundy
Providing engineering, procurement, and construction services to the energy and industrial sectors.
Engineer handling nuclear license renewal, aging management, and NRC compliance.
15 days ago
$116,620 - $179,890
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
Onsite
Company Size
4,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Construction Services
Technical Services
Turnkey
Architecture
Sector Specialisms
Nuclear Power
Grid
Decarbonization
Renewable Energy
Conventional Power
Environmental
Oil & Gas
Consulting & Planning
Role
Description
system scoping
aging management
license compliance
engineering documentation
client interaction
inspection review
- Perform system scoping, screening, and aging management review for SLR applications per NEI 17‑01.
- Collaborate with engineering and regulatory teams to ensure NRC compliance and license extension commitments.
- Develop engineering program basis documentation, validate data, track engineering changes, and manage configuration control.
- Review inspection work orders to verify compliance with license renewal criteria.
- Interact with clients and NRC as a technical expert.
- Maintain awareness of changes in aging management regulations, techniques, and operating experience.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, technology advancement, and cross‑functional collaboration.
- Cracking of nickel‑alloy components and loss of material due to boric‑acid‑induced corrosion in reactor coolant pressure boundary components
- Boraflex monitoring
- Inspection of overhead heavy‑load and light‑load refueling handling systems
- External surface monitoring of mechanical components
- Inspection of internal surfaces in miscellaneous piping and ducting components
- Monitoring of neutron‑absorbing materials other than Boraflex
- Inspections of water‑control structures associated with nuclear power plants
- Protective coating monitoring and maintenance
Requirements
abet degree
10+ years
asme code
nureg
bwr
systems thinking
The ideal candidate will have a background in LR/SLR application or implementation activities, nuclear engineering programs, work management, and familiarity with NRC regulations and inspections.
Candidates must hold an ABET‑accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, and possess ten or more years of relevant engineering experience in a highly regulated environment. Strong documentation, configuration‑management, and systems‑thinking skills are required.
- Time Limited Aging Analyses (TLAAs)
- Operating experience review
- Preventative maintenance basis and frequency development
- Online and outage work management and scheduling
- NRC Inspection Procedure 71003 experience
- BWR inner‑diameter attachment welds
- BWR stress corrosion cracking
- BWR penetrations
- BWR vessel internals
- PWR vessel internals
- Bolting integrity
- Compressed air monitoring
- ASME Code Class 1 small‑bore piping
- Flux thimble tube inspection
- Lube oil analysis
- Internal coatings and linings for in‑scope piping, heat exchangers, and tanks
- High‑density polyethylene (HDPE) piping and carbon‑fiber‑reinforced polymer (CFRP) repaired piping
- Electrical insulation for cables and connections not subject to 10 CFR 50.49 environmental qualification requirements
- Electrical insulation for cables and connections not subject to 10 CFR 50.49 used in instrumentation circuits
- Electrical insulation for inaccessible cables not subject to 10 CFR 50.49
- Fuse holders
- Electrical cable connections not subject to 10 CFR 50.49
- ABET‑accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 10+ years of experience in engineering, licensing, program, design, power plant inspection, or AI within nuclear or highly regulated industry
- Proven ability to deliver accurate, high‑quality technical documentation
- Familiarity with engineering documentation systems, nuclear QA/QC protocols, and configuration management
- Strong systems‑thinking and ability to balance innovation with compliance, safety, and traceability
- Nuclear power plant operations, engineering, or design background
- Experience with NRC, INPO, or DOE regulations
- Prior involvement in license renewal, subsequent license renewal, or nuclear aging management programs
- Familiarity with NUREG‑1800, NUREG‑1801, NEI 95‑10, NUREG‑2191, NUREG‑2192, NUREG‑2221, NEI 17‑01, and/or NUREG 1555
Benefits
Sargent & Lundy offers award‑winning, comprehensive benefits—including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, flexible work arrangements, and various employee assistance programs—recognised by the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award in 2022‑2024.
- Screening
- Aging management programs
- NRC commitment closure
- Reactor head closure studs
- Steam generators
- Open‑cycle cooling water system
- Closed treaded water systems
- Fire protection
- Outdoor and large atmospheric metallic storage tanks (OLAMST)
- Metal enclosed bus
- Medical, dental, and vision health plans
- Life and accident insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Backup daycare
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 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, vacation, holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave
- Flexible work arrangements
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
- we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the u.s.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1891
Year Established
Since its establishment in 1891, the company has consistently provided innovative and impactful services across various industries.
- The company specializes in providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors.
- With a rich legacy, Sargent & Lundy has delivered high-impact projects for utilities, government entities, and large industrial clients.
- Notable projects include power plants, renewable energy installations, and water treatment facilities.
- The firm is recognized for its expertise in energy transition solutions, especially in nuclear, solar, and wind sectors.
- Their global reach includes both large-scale infrastructure projects and localized service offerings tailored to specific industries.
- Sargent & Lundy thrives on providing full-service capabilities, from design and planning to construction and operations.
- The company’s engineering prowess is often highlighted by its deep involvement in complex energy systems and environmental solutions.
Culture + Values
$9.8M
Donations to United Way
Over $9.8 million donated to United Way since 1998.
$600k+
Raised for Boys & Girls Clubs
$600,000+ raised for Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago through employee-driven initiatives.
$9.8M
charitable giving
Over $9.8 million donated to United Way since 1998.
- Quality is ingrained in everything we do – ISO 9001 certified with standardized processes, quality council chaired by the CEO, performance improvement at key project milestones.
- A culture of meaningful impact – employees engaged in education outreach, mentorship, scholarships and community design projects.
- Recognized leadership, innovation, compensation & benefits, purpose & values, well-being and professional development via multiple Top Workplaces & Culture Excellence Awards.
- Nurturing professional development – mentor program, tuition assistance up to 100%, in-house education, license incentives, and ongoing career check-ins.
- Employee engagement through resource groups and clubs (e.g., AANHPI Minds in Power, Black EmPOWERment, MIND, Prism, SALVO, UNIDOS, Women’s Professional Network)
Environment + Sustainability
93%
Industry Survey Rank
Scored 93% in the Electric Utility Industry Sustainable Supply Chain Alliance advisory survey, highlighting strong sustainability performance.
100%
Renewable Energy Use
Powered Fort Worth office's building with 100% renewable energy, demonstrating commitment to clean energy sources.
3M lbs/month
CO₂ Emissions Reduced
Reduced over 3 million pounds of CO₂ emissions monthly in Fort Worth office's parking garage through sustainability initiatives.
4k lbs
Coffee-Pack Recycling
Doubled coffee-pack recycling to 4,000 pounds in 2023, showcasing waste diversion efforts.
- Established Sustainability Advisory Council in 2020; annual sustainability reports released (latest April 22, 2024)
- Tracking Scope 1 & 2 emissions in 2024, initiating Scope 3 tracking in 2025
- Nine focus areas: governance, performance metrics, office operations, transportation & fuel, water, materials & supply chain, waste & cleaning, stakeholder engagement, process improvement
- Installed EV charging stations at Chicago HQ
- Supports clients’ net-zero goals via expertise in grid modernization, renewables, storage, EV infrastructure, nuclear, carbon capture, hydrogen, environmental compliance
Inclusion & Diversity
90% Confidence
Employee Confidence in Leadership
Nearly 90% of employees expressed confidence in company leadership, reflecting strong trust and alignment with organizational direction.
7 Groups
Employee Resource Groups
The company supports and sponsors 7 Employee Resource Groups, fostering diversity and inclusion across various demographics.
7 Categories
Top Workplaces Recognition
Recognized in 7 categories of Top Workplaces awards, including purpose, well-being, appreciation, professional development, open-mindedness, and leadership.
- Employee Resource Groups supported and sponsored by executives: AANHPI Minds in Power, Black EmPOWERment, MIND (Neurodiversity/Disability), Prism (LGBTQIA+), SALVO (Military Veterans), UNIDOS (Hispanic/Latino), Women’s Professional Network.
- High marks for a culture where voices are heard and employees feel valued.