Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Energy & Industrial (Summer 2026)

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering firm specializing in energy and industrial projects. They are seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 to work on project teams involved in the design of power plants and related systems, providing an opportunity for hands-on experience and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering
• You will work on project teams with other I&C engineers involved in the design of new power plants, modifications to existing power generation facilities, and plant controls betterment
• You will be involved in power distribution designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of instrumentation and controls equipment and related installation services
• As a member of a multi-discipline project team, you will be involved in power plant design coordination, engineering calculation preparation, and electrical control circuit design
• Through mentoring, classroom-style technical sessions, and on-the-job training, you will increase your knowledge and skills in your engineering discipline
• There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs
• Develop your career via peer-learning by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice

Skills

• A BS or MS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering with a graduation in Spring 2026 and a strong academic background and coursework in analog and digital control systems is required
• An understanding of the practical application of instrumentation and controls engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, with emphasis on MS Excel and Access
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective experience working in a collaborative team environment
• Exceptional work habits
• Resourceful and enthusiastic attitude
• A Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
• Related engineering internship or co-op work experience

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

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