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Permanent Senior Controls Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

Sr Controls Technician

Memphis, TN

$31.62 - $59.91/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Responsible for commissioning, programming, setting up graphics, communications link, end to end ... Typically requires at least 7 years of experience in HVAC/Controls. Technical School or formal ...

Sr Controls Technician

Memphis, TN · On-site

$31.62 - $59.91/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Responsible for commissioning, programming, setting up graphics, communications link, end to end ... Typically requires at least 7 years of experience in HVAC/Controls. Technical School or formal ...

Sr Controls Technician

Memphis, TN

$31.62 - $59.91/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Responsible for commissioning, programming, setting up graphics, communications link, end to end ... Typically requires at least 7 years of experience in HVAC/Controls. Technical School or formal ...

Regional Controls SME

Nashville, TN

$79K - $102K/yr

Lead controls scope for capital projects, equipment launches, and retrofits, ensuring on-time ... permanent corrective actions * Mentor and train plant engineers, technicians, and maintenance ...

Sr Automation Control Engineer

Knoxville, TN

$90K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Automation Controls Engineer serves as the site technical expert for automation, controls, and industrial systems, driving the reliability, optimization, and continuous improvement of ...

Sr Automation Control Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Automation Controls Engineer serves as the site technical expert for automation, controls, and industrial systems, driving the reliability, optimization, and continuous improvement of ...

Regional Controls SME

Nashville, TN · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

Lead controls scope for capital projects, equipment launches, and retrofits, ensuring on-time ... permanent corrective actions * Mentor and train plant engineers, technicians, and maintenance ...

Controls Technician - NIGHTS

Carthage, TN · On-site

$28 - $36.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Technical Services Controls Technician, reporting to the Senior Controls Technician, you will ... These control systems include but are but are not limited to programmable logic controllers (PLCs ...

Controls Technician - NIGHTS

Carthage, TN · On-site

$28 - $36.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Technical Services Controls Technician, reporting to the Senior Controls Technician, you will ... These control systems include but are but are not limited to programmable logic controllers (PLCs ...

Controls Technician - NIGHTS

Carthage, TN

$28 - $36.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Technical Services Controls Technician, reporting to the Senior Controls Technician, you will ... These control systems include but are but are not limited to programmable logic controllers (PLCs ...

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Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Senior Consultant - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy LLC.

Chattanooga, TN • On-site

$165K - $253K/yr

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Sargent & Lundy rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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123rd of 449 rated engineering


Job description

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 Engineering group. You will work on major process controls engineering projects in the following areas:
  • Develop and market high level, complex programs for nuclear power projects associated with design, operational excellence, safety, maintenance, and project management
  • This position will offer you the opportunity to direct technical decision making, in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing power plant controls systems, specifically digital upgrades
  • You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of instrumentation & controls engineering issues
  • Coordinate systems design activities to ensure that the design complies with specifications, codes, and client requirements
  • Perform Digital Systems Design Development - PLC, DCS, HSI, and networked computer systems for nuclear plant systems. This includes preparing functional system requirement specifications, quality assessments, and critical digital reviews
  • Perform consulting level work for digital IOT, innovation, and strategic first of a kind (FOAK) projects for the nuclear industry
  • Prepare and review detailed calculations, including scaling, uncertainty, and setpoint calculations for analog and digital controls applications
  • Prepare documentation for design input for drawing production including cable block diagrams and schematics
  • Interface with vendors and prepare and review equipment purchase specifications
  • Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner to meet client requirements
  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation
  • Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction
  • Support station outage activities as required

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:
  • A BS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • 20 or more years of experience in the design engineering of instrumentation and controls engineering systems in a project team environment for heavy industrial plants, with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants or replacements for existing plants
  • Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design
  • Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role is desirable
  • Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others

Valued but not required skills and experience:
  • PE license
  • Broad background in providing technical support to nuclear plant projects - from design engineering, project planning, providing technical expertise associated with testing and operations, contract specifications, project oversight, successful project execution, and overall direction of complex nuclear projects

Award-Winning 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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-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

Compensation Range
$165,610 - $253,015
Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.
About This Business Unit
Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we've been 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 with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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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.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1891

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