Electrical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • Warrenville, IL

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About The Position

This position offers the opportunity to apply and expand an academic background in Electrical Engineering while working with engineers and designers on nuclear plant electrical systems betterment and associated modifications. The role involves electrical systems design, complex calculations, preparation of design inputs and equipment and material specifications, and production of design reports. Work also includes power distribution design and procurement specifications for major electrical power equipment and related installation services. The role may involve travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and design field verification. Employees receive training and mentorship from experienced engineers and may use relevant technology-assisted tools while remaining accountable for their work and applying professional judgment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• At least 3 years of experience designing electrical power systems in a project team environment, focused on integrated, detailed system design for new plants or modifications or replacements for existing plants.
• Experience selecting equipment and materials, defining control philosophy, and preparing and assembling calculations and specifications.
• Experience designing electrical systems that include medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, transformers, generators, and motors, including 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 in teams and independently.
• Detail-oriented approach to work.
• Work authorization in the U.S. must be available without employer sponsorship; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).
• Construction and start-up experience.
• Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as ETAP or SKM.
• Interest in learning and effectively using relevant emerging technologies.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies, where relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for nuclear plant betterment projects and associated modifications.
• Prepare complex calculations, including load flow, short circuit, power flow, system impact, and cable ampacity calculations.
• Prepare documented design inputs.
• Prepare equipment and material specifications.
• Prepare design reports.
• Contribute to power distribution designs and specifications for procuring major electrical power equipment and related installation services.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews.
• Travel to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
• Work with engineers and designers on project engineering assignments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (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.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Eligible positions may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level