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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Chicago, IL, 60601
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Description
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
Overview:
Sargent & Lundy Consulting (SLC) works on behalf of clients to support electric power projects. We evaluate and optimize technical, commercial, environmental, and financial aspects of the projects for a variety of clients.
Responsibilities:
In this role, you will provide development support, conceptual design and owner’s engineer services to clients including performing technical evaluations of electric power generation projects and facilities. You will also have the opportunity to support project economic and cost analysis, risk assessments, and contract development.
Your responsibilities will include engineering design reviews, technical due diligence, project development support, and conceptual design. Particular experience in mechanical design of conventional power projects is desired.
You will have the opportunity to travel within the United States as well as internationally.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- This position requires a BSME in mechanical engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background.
- 7 or more years of experience in the electric power industry, including experience in detailed design of the mechanical systems of conventional power projects, specifically:
- Simple cycle gas turbines
- Combined cycle projects
- Coal fired generation,
- Steam systems, or
- Reciprocating engines (RICE)
- Experience in development support and conceptual design of conventional power projects
- Excellent technical communication and writing skills are required.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Experience in technical due diligence and owner’s engineering design reviews of conventional power projects is a plus.
- General understanding of power station operations and performance reviews is a plus.
- General understanding of process design at electric power generation facilities is a plus.
- Economic, cost analysis, and contract development experience is a plus.
- A familiarity with international design codes and standards is preferred.
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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
$95,840.00 - $147,870.00Transparency 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.Awards & Recognition
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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Frequently asked questions
Chicago's electric power sector is vibrant, but senior mechanical engineering roles like this one at Sargent & Lundy face moderate competition. Candidates with 7+ years in conventional power projects, especially with gas turbine experience, tend to stand out in this regional market.
While ABET accreditation is essential, certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Illinois and knowledge of regional environmental regulations can enhance a Mechanical Engineer’s profile in Chicago’s power generation field.
Senior Mechanical Engineers typically excel in detailed mechanical system designs for power plants, including steam systems and gas turbines. Their expertise extends to conceptual design and project economic analysis, setting them apart from general engineering roles.
Progression often involves deepening technical mastery in power generation equipment, moving into project leadership, and expanding into owner’s engineering services and risk assessments, thereby broadening impact from design to strategic project oversight.
Complexities include aligning mechanical designs with evolving environmental standards, integrating multi-cycle turbine systems, and managing technical due diligence under tight economic constraints, all requiring sharp analytical and communication abilities.
Sargent & Lundy offers a hybrid schedule requiring three in-office days weekly, fostering collaboration while allowing flexibility. This model supports engineers in managing project demands alongside personal productivity preferences.
At Sargent & Lundy, emphasis is placed on owner’s engineer duties and international travel opportunities, combining technical due diligence with cross-border project exposure, which differentiates it from standard design-focused engineering jobs.
Salary spans roughly from $95,840 to $147,870, reflecting experience and project complexity. This package is complemented by award-winning benefits emphasizing health, financial security, and work-life balance to attract seasoned professionals.
Engineers contribute by assessing project costs and risks during development phases, supporting contract formation and ensuring design decisions align with financial viability, which enhances project success beyond pure technical design.