Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Overview

This position is remote with the expectation to travel to various nuclear power plants including but not limited to North Anna Nuclear Generating Station and Surry Nuclear Generating Station.

You will be leading the group on interesting and challenging projects that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues to support single and multi-discipline projects.

The majority of the projects performed for our clients require multi-discipline interface and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts performed by group members to ensure successful completion of electrical engineering project deliverables to meet all technical, quality, financial and project controls expectations
• Initiating and conveying scope of work to group members
• Defining deliverables (i.e. calcs, specs, drawings, design change etc.)
• Reviewing status and tracking progress of group members to maintain project scope / budget and keep client informed
• Routine status meetings
• Submitting progress reports
• Tracking and resolving open items and emergent project issues
• Coordinating completion of project deliverables
• Lead the team for the detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work to include interface and coordination with other disciplines
• Develop project scope, cost estimates, and schedules for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants
• Develop proposals for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants
• Provide technical oversight and supervision for all electrical engineering activities to include :
• Engineering design change packages to install, replace or upgrade existing plant equipment to ensure long-term equipment reliability
• Engineering calculations in support of design change packages, including AC and DC power studies, short circuit, cable ampacity, voltage drop, breaker coordination, motor starting and protective relay settings
• Equipment procurement specifications
• Bid review evaluation process for potential equipment vendors, to include supporting vendor requests for additional information, developing responses to vendor questions, and maintaining a tracking mechanism for questions / responses
• Interface with the client, including implementing personnel to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction
• Mentor and guide the development of the group
• Identify and follow up on client needs that may result in strategic opportunities
• Leverage good client relationships to develop follow-on work from existing clients
• Prepare / Coordinate multi-discipline proposals

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience

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 Benefits

Compensation Range

$116,620.00 - $179,890.00

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!

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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