JobsUSALead Mechanical Engineer 1 (Project Manager / Program Manager) - Nuclear
Company : Sargent & Lundy
Location : Chattanooga, TN, 37450
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Mechanical Engineering
Occupation : Mechanical Engineer
Job Details
Description
nThis position will offer you the opportunity to manage project(s) consisting of engineers, designers, and controls and scheduling professionals involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing nuclear power plant modifications. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.
n- n
- n
Responsible for project execution, coordination of resources from each discipline as required.
n n - n
Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle.
n n - n
Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members.
n n - n
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders.
n n - n
Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
n n - n
Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.
n n - n
Identify and control construction risk.
n n - n
Recognize, identify, track and control change.
n n - n
Prepare and review modification packages, mechanical drawings, and engineering analyses or evaluations for operating nuclear plants and systems as required.
n n - n
Prepare technical specifications and procurement documents, and conduct vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment as required.
n n - n
Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
n n - n
Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
n n - n
Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.
n n
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
nQualifications
nWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
nEssential skills and experience:
n- n
- n
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
n n - n
Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
n n - n
10 or more years of experience in a technical field (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)
n n - n
5 or more years of experience in the power industry
n n - n
5 or more years of experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
n n - n
Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities
n n - n
Proven experience completing technical deliverables for modification packages for operating power plants
n n - n
Knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
n n - n
Engineering design experience
n n - n
Strong written and verbal communication skills
n n - n
Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
n n - n
Schedule and budget development and management
n n
Valued but not required skills and experience:
n- n
- n
Construction Management, MBA, or other management/business degree
n n - n
PMP Certification
n n - n
Experience writing proposals
n n
Award-Winning Benefits
nAt 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.
nHealth & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance
n- n
- n
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
n n - n
Life & Accident Insurance
n n - n
Disability Coverage
n n - n
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
n n - n
Back-Up Daycare
n n - n
FSA & HSA
n n - n
401(k)
n n - n
Pre-Tax Commuter
Recently Posted Jobs
Travel Surgical Technologist - $1,711 per week
OneStaff Medical
Spokane, WA
Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,433 per week
Cure Healthcare Staffing
Show Low, AZ
Family Practice - Without OB Physician
Healthcare Connections
Cleveland, OH
Patient Service Coordinator
UPMC
Seneca, PA
Patient Services Coordinator- Tampa Palms
PT Solutions Physical Therapy
Tampa, FL
Travel Nurse - Registered Nurse - Electrophysiology Specialist
Axis Medical Staffing, Inc.
Lawrenceville, GA
RN Supervisor Bed Management FT Evenings
Saint Vincent Hospital
Worcester, MA
Registered Nurse | Graduate Nurse - 2S Telemetry - FT Nights
Henry Ford Health System
Grand Blanc, MI
Travel Cath Lab Technologist - $2,534 per week
GetMed Staffing, Inc.
Port Huron, MI
Director IT Operation Services
Family Dollar
Chesapeake, VA
PRN Physical Therapist (PT)
Saber Healthcare Group
Elkins Park, PA
Dell Boomi technical Lead
TechDigital Group
Seattle, WA
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float Pool - F/T Nights
Hackensack Meridian Health
Neptune City, NJ
Arby's Cashier I - PT #476
TravelCenters of America
Breezewood, PA
Travel Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse (CVICU RN) - $2,628 per week
Access Healthcare
Louisville, KY
Lead Account Management Representative
Nike
Newark, NJ
Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor - Full Time Hybrid
Thriveworks
Woodbine, MD
Public Safety Officer - PRN
LCMC Health
New Orleans, LA
RN Hospital Martin CCFSR Critical Care/Adult Medical Emergency Team (AMET)/Rapid Response
Cleveland Clinic
Port St Lucie, FL
SENIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Tailored Brands Inc
Columbus, OH
Other Jobs You May Like
Project Engineer - Tankless Water Heaters
Company : Crescent City Recruitment Group
Location : Johnson City, TN
Sr. Automation Engineer - DeltaV
Company : Crescent City Recruitment Group
Location : Collierville, TN
Top searches
- Jobs hiring immediately
- Part time jobs near me
- Full time jobs near me
- Jobs that are hiring near me
- Jobs near me hiring now
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs near me
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs hiring near me
- Lead mechanical engineer openings near me
- Lead mechanical engineer vacancies near me
Employment opportunities at Sargent & Lundy
- Sargent & Lundy jobs near me Chattanooga, TN
- Sargent & Lundy jobs hiring near me Chattanooga, TN
- Sargent & Lundy jobs near Chattanooga, TN
- Sargent & Lundy jobs hiring near me
- Sargent & Lundy openings near me
- Sargent & Lundy jobs near me in Chattanooga, TN
- Sargent & Lundy jobs hiring in Chattanooga, TN
- Employment opportunities near me
- Job openings near me
- Jobs hiring immediately
Trending Searches in Chattanooga, TN
- Full time jobs near me Chattanooga, TN
- Local job openings
- Places hiring near me
- Job vacancies near me
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs near me Chattanooga, TN
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs hiring near me Chattanooga, TN
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs hiring near Chattanooga, TN
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs near Chattanooga, TN
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs near me in Chattanooga, TN
- Lead mechanical engineer jobs in Chattanooga, TN
Popular Searches for Lead Mechanical Engineer