Electrical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Under the direction of the electrical engineering lead or project manager, the Electrical Engineer 3 works in project teams with engineers and designers on the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for new and existing power plants. The role includes investigating and resolving a variety of electrical engineering issues, preparing and reviewing calculations, engineering documentation, reports, and studies, and independently reviewing other team members’ work. The engineer also supports project delivery by helping ensure work is completed satisfactorily, on schedule, and within budget, and by developing project work plans. The position is part of Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group, which works on nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, including small modular reactors, advanced reactor technology, reactor restart projects, existing plant life extensions and digital modernization, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives, and international nuclear new-build projects. The group describes its work as supporting clean, carbon-free energy and reducing emissions.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
At least 3 years of experience designing electrical engineering systems in a project team environment, focused on integrated, detailed system design for new plants or modifications or replacements for existing plants.
Design experience that includes equipment selection, materials, control philosophy, and preparing and assembling calculations and specifications.
Experience designing electrical systems, including medium- and low-voltage distribution systems involving transformers, generators, and motors, as well as equipment selection and analytical calculations.
Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
Effective critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively both in teams and individually.
Detail-oriented approach to work.
U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).
Construction and start-up experience.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

Work in a project team with engineers and designers on the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for new and existing power plants.
Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a variety of electrical engineering issues.
Assist the electrical engineering lead or project manager in ensuring projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
Prepare and review detailed calculations, including three-phase AC and DC power studies, short-circuit, voltage-drop, and motor-starting calculations, and protective relay settings.
Prepare engineering documentation that provides design input for drawing production.
Prepare and review engineering reports and studies that clearly and concisely present technical information and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
Develop project work plans.