Entry-Level Instrumentation & Controls Engineer
City
Palm Beach Gardens
State
FL
Country
United States Area of Interest Electrical Engineering Type Full Time - Regular Job ID 2024-13134 Business Group Nuclear Power Group Department Instrumentation and Controls Engineering
Description
Nuclear Power is a carbon-free energy source. Our nuclear power generation clients are digitizing their existing power plants and building new nuclear power plants, small modular reactors (SMR). This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineering group. Due to this influx of work, Sargent & Lundy has a need for several I&C Engineers.
This is an entry-level design engineering position that offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in Nuclear Instrument and Controls Engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity to advance your career. You will have the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in engineering:
You will work on a multi-discipline engineering team involved in nuclear power plant instrumentation and controls betterment projects. These projects are a synergistic integration of both electrical and mechanical engineering along with control theory.
You will work with electronic process sensors, digital controllers, touchscreen displays, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors to improve the functionality of nuclear power plants.
You will prepare specifications for the procurement of instrumentation and controls equipment as well as engineering calculations associated with plant upgrades and modifications.
Prepare documentation for design input for drawing production including cable block diagrams and schematics.
Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements.
Through mentoring, classroom-style technical sessions, and on-the-job training, you will increase your knowledge and skills in your engineering discipline.
You will also have the opportunity to travel to client and vendor offices.
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
A BS or MS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (from an ABET accredited program) with a strong academic background and coursework in analog and digital control systems is required.
Coursework in mechatronics is desired, but not required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective experience working in a collaborative team environment.
Valued, but not required skills and experience:
An understanding of the practical application of instrumentation and control system engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
Related engineering internship or co-op work experience.
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.
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 & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-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