Top 16 Nuclear engineer Jobs in Denver Co

Lead Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Englewood, CO
- $118,023 - $180,313 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- System design
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Englewood, CO
- $84,762 - $129,498 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Systems Engineer, Principal - Survivability & Nuclear Hardness
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Littleton, CO
- $151,200 - $266,570 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- 11+ years
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
Nuclear Project Engineer II
Amentum —Englewood, CO
- $145,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Bachelor of Science
- Laboratory experience
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
FEA Stress Analysis Engineer
SI Solutions, LLC —Denver, CO
- $100,560 - $168,240 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Process Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Denver, Minneapolis, Richland)
Burns & McDonnell —Denver, CO
- $115,000 - $240,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Director of Nuclear Engineering
Xcimer Energy —Denver, CO
- $220,000 - $260,000 a year
- Full-time
- System design
- 11+ years
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Nuclear Programs/Balance of Plant (BOP) Engineering Consultant
SI Solutions, LLC —Denver, CO
- $104,100 - $130,100 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Travel
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Project Manager - Nuclear Engineering
SI Solutions, LLC —Denver, CO
- $115,200 - $179,040 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Engineering
- 8 years
- Travel
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
I&C Engineer 4
Amentum —Englewood, CO
- $105,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Supervising Systems Engineer I
Amentum —Englewood, CO
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Englewood, CO
- $84,762 - $129,498 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account

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Lead Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy -
Englewood, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$118,023 - $180,313 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Bereavement leave
Referral program

Qualifications

Safety regulations
Nuclear engineering design codes and standards
Experience working in the energy & utilities sector
Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description

Description:

You will be involved in nuclear power plant systems design, including preparation or review of:

Modification packages for operating nuclear power plants
Functional mechanical drawings and/or drawings for nuclear power plant systems
Engineering analyses and evaluations to support modifications and operation of plant systems
Technical specifications and procurement documents for plant equipment
Vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment
Studies and options evaluations for modifications to operating nuclear power plants

In addition, you will have the opportunity to:

Develop engineering cost estimates for small to mid-sized client-requested work scopes
Visit client office and/or plant site locations to interface with the client and make presentations related to engineering tasks and status
Lead engineering project teams

Qualifications:

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills and Experience:

BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
A minimum of 10 years of experience in the power industry
Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants
PE license is beneficial, but not required

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy:

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools:

You are expected to lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
Leaders in these roles often direct automation and process-improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked.
Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs, is valued but not required.
We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows.

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 & 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

Compensation Range: $118,023 - $180,313 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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Lead Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

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FEA Stress Analysis Engineer

Process Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Denver, Minneapolis, Richland)

Director of Nuclear Engineering

Nuclear Programs/Balance of Plant (BOP) Engineering Consultant

Project Manager - Nuclear Engineering

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Supervising Systems Engineer I

Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

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