Electrical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Surry, VA

4d•$74,353 - $113,595•Onsite

About The Position

This is an onsite field support position at Surry Nuclear Power Plant. Under the direction of the electrical engineering lead or project manager, the Electrical Engineer works in a project team with engineers and designers on the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing power plant electrical systems. Assignments include investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving electrical engineering issues; supporting project delivery; preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, documentation, reports, and studies; independently reviewing others’ work; and developing project work plans. The role focuses on electrical systems in a nuclear power plant environment, including medium- and low-voltage distribution systems and related equipment. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and at least three years of relevant design experience. The position does not offer U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

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 and material selection, control philosophy, and preparing and assembling calculations and specifications.
Experience with electrical system design, including medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, transformers, generators, motors, 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 independently.
Detail-oriented approach to work.

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 where relevant but is not required.

Responsibilities

Work on a project team with engineers and designers on the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing power plant electrical systems.
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve a wide 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, motor-starting, and protective-relay-setting calculations.
Prepare engineering documentation to provide design input for drawing production.
Prepare and review engineering reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
Develop project work plans.

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 employees may be eligible to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.