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Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Sargent & Lundy
Chicago, IL,
Full-time

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

This I&C position offers the opportunity to work on upgrading and modernizing nuclear power plants with the latest control technologies the industry offers.

You will be expected to both lead and support small and large controls projects with a focus on technical execution and effective Project Management.

These projects will require coordination with mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines to bring the project to completion.

You work will include investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving a wide variety of controls engineering issues, including the following :

  • Develop Digital Systems Design PLC, DCS, HSI, networked computer systems.
  • Prepare control system functional and implementation requirements and procurement specifications for nuclear plant control systems.
  • Interface with the client to ensure proper project execution and client satisfaction.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and studies to present information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements.
  • Manage resources / resource loading and develop estimates for task completion and budget development.
  • Support the development of proposals.
  • Prepare and review diagrams and drawings for new and upgraded controls solutions.
  • Evaluate vendor bids from a technical perspective.
  • Interface with vendors to perform document reviews, ensure equipment compliance with specifications and needs of the plant, and witness FAT performance on behalf of the client.
  • Support implementation of the project at the client’s facilities.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience :

  • BS or MS in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Nuclear Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • 10 or more years of experience in the design engineering of instrumentation and controls systems in a project team environment for commercial, industrial applications, with a focus on integrated and detailed system design modifications.
  • Professional Engineering license is preferred.
  • Ability to clearly communicate both in speech and written formats.
  • Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design.
  • Experience with serving as the firm's client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
  • Experience in reviewing design documentation.

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

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Award Winning Compensation & Benefits

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.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

  • 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

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