Radiological Engineer 1 (Entry-Level)

About the Role

This position has a target start date of Summer 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with multi-discipline engineering project teams engaged in the design and engineering of upgrades and modifications to existing nuclear power plants.
• Perform radiological dose calculations.
• Perform shielding design calculations.
• Perform radiation source term calculations.
• Work on both domestic and international nuclear power plant projects.
• Potential travel to support projects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree in Nuclear Engineering.
• Bachelor's or Master's of Science from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Experience with some of the following computer programs (preferred):
• MCNP
• RADTRAD
• MicroShield
• ORIGEN
• ARCON96

Technology & Innovation

• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but not required.

Compensation

• Base Salary Range: $62,998 - $90,586
• Total compensation package includes base salary/hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Individuals may also be eligible to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives, and international nuclear new-build projects.

Benefits

• 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