Mechanical Engineer 1 Entry-Level - Nuclear (Jun 2026)

Join Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group as an entry-level Mechanical Engineer applying thermodynamics and power plant engineering principles.

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Applying knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and power plant engineering
• Preparing calculations, specifications, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews
• Conducting equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection for project needs
• Supporting project teams with other Mechanical Engineers in system engineering, including design, modification, and analysis of power plant mechanical systems
• Potential travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification of designs

About You

The company is looking for:

• BSME or MSME degree with strong academic background and interest in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, power engineering, turbomachinery, thermal systems, and energy conversion
• Knowledge of practical mechanical engineering applications, including systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment for project design
• Familiarity with design techniques, tools, and principles for producing technical plans, fabrication drawings, and models
• Strong interest in numerical computations and problem solving
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• U.S. work authorization without sponsorship
• Valued but not required: ABET-accredited degree, related internship or co-op experience, Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completion and Engineer in Training designation, experience in mechanical engineering calculations documentation, coursework in power engineering, turbomachinery, thermal systems, and energy conversion

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $60,660.00 - $87,090.00
• Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision
• Life and accident insurance, disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-up daycare
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and 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 (PST), vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus

Career Progression

Opportunity to work within a leading nuclear engineering group focused on clean, carbon-free energy, supporting advanced reactor technology, plant life extensions, and international projects, fostering professional growth in nuclear power engineering.

How to Apply

Submit your application online as instructed in the job posting.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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