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Mechanical Engineer - Project Lead
Mechanical Engineer - Project Lead-March 2024
Amarillo
Mar 28, 2026
About Mechanical Engineer - Project Lead

  Description

  Depending upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

  Sargent & Lundy’s Government Services Division provides cutting-edge engineering design and consulting support to the management and operating contractors for US Department of Energy (DOE) sites and national laboratories. Specifically, we support the DOE Environmental Management Directorate as well as the National Nuclear Security Administration laboratories and sites. What does this mean? You can be a part of multi-discipline design teams supporting projects cleaning up the environmental damage associated with the legacy nuclear weapons production complex and/or preserving our country’s nuclear deterrent. Sargent & Lundy’s personnel design facilities, systems, and equipment that treat, store, and dispose of nuclear waste as well as systems that safely handle and process nuclear material. This mission-critical work is meaningful and challenging – work you can be proud of.

  Our Government Services Group, one of our five (5) market-focused business units, has opportunities for engineering professionals in our specialty design and engineering group. This group specializes in the design of special-purpose gloveboxes and the associated controls and auxiliary systems, precision furnaces, hot cells, custom pressure vessels, and other one-of-a-kind equipment.

  This is a mid-level design engineering position that offers a variety of challenging opportunities in Mechanical Engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity for career advancement:

  Lead Mechanical design engineering efforts on a multi-disciplined project design team and apply mechanical engineering expertise to the design and analysis of special purpose equipment, pressure vessels, and interfacing systems, controls, and structural support elements

  Prepare or review complex calculations

  Review simple mechanical systems / equipment designs, and prepare complex system / equipment designs

  Prepare documented design input for drawing production (i.e., P&IDs, machine layouts, general arrangements, etc.); Review design input for simple mechanical systems / equipment. Perform engineering review of drawings

  Prepare or review equipment specifications; Prepare material specifications

  Prepare bid evaluations for systems and components. Solicits data from vendors

  Prepare or review simple reports / studies

  Develop single-discipline/simple-scope project budgets, schedules, and project work plans; Monitor own work to ensure it is completed within budget and on schedule

  Use effective written and oral communication skills to convey information to project team members and managers

  Present written technical information in a clear and concise manner in all deliverables

  Prepare reports and deliverables that are clearly understood and meet client requirements; Communicate clearly in meetings with client and summarizes meeting notes in a clear and timely manner

  Communicate with vendors via clearly written and complete specifications, and via bid evaluation activities

  Identify applicable standards for technical tasks

  Maintains and utilize a working knowledge of accepted engineering design standards and practices in the execution of design work that will meet the client's needs and conform to company standards; Ensure conformance to standard methods of analysis, evaluation of results, design procedures, and presentations of conclusions and recommendations

  Monitor the work of assigned staff on technical matters pertinent to project assignments; Maintain assigned tasks within schedule and budget to fit the needs of the projects

  Attend project meetings and perform field walkdowns

  May mentor engineers new to the firm

  Qualifications

  Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.

  Essential skills and experience:

  BSME or MSME degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (PE desired but not required)

  A minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in mechanical engineering in a nuclear environment (DOE preferred, commercial nuclear power, U.S. Navy, or related support industries considered)

  Experience with specialty equipment (e.g., gloveboxes, pressure vessels, fume hoods, etc.) design and analysis a must; Similar project experience will be considered

  Experience with producing engineering designs and analysis for piping, HVAC, or radioactive material handling systems; Experience with more than one type of system is a plus

  Experience with ASME B31 and/or AG-1 and N509/510 codes

  Proficiency in computational engineering analysis software such as ANSYS, AFT Fathom, Arrow, Impulse, etc., or similar

  Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance

  Valued but not required skills and experience:

  A P.E. license, preferably in the state of Texas

  Field engineering and construction experience is a plus

  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.

  About Sargent & Lundy

  Sargent & Lundy is one of the most experienced full-service architect-engineering firms in the world. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power and energy with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, and fossil fuels. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services—from consulting, design and implementation to construction management, commissioning and operations/maintenance—with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private sector clients in the power and energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.

  Our Core Values

  Every decision we make is guided by our core values. By upholding these six principles, we support our clients, employees, and community. They are the compass we follow as we continue to grow our business and lead the industry.

  Quality–We provide high-quality deliverables and services through an uncompromising focus on peer review, safety, and continuous improvement.

  Accountability–Our actions demonstrate the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and respect.

  Our People–We value diverse perspectives, encourage professional growth, and are committed to providing a work community where people thrive. Our work is challenging but rewarding.

  Our Clients–We deliver value and exceed our clients’ expectations through outstanding customer service, personal accessibility, and clear communication.

  Innovation–Since 1891, we have invested in the people, training, tools, and technology needed to quickly adapt in a constantly changing world.

  Meaningful Impact–We make a positive impact in the communities where we work and live.

  Awards & Recognition

  CityAmarillo

  StateTX

  CountryUnited States

  Area of InterestMechanical Engineering

  TypeFull Time - Regular

  Job ID2024-9458

  Business GroupGovernment Services

  DepartmentGS Mechanical Engineering

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