Electrical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Surry, VA

3d•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. The role includes investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving a variety of electrical engineering issues; supporting project completion on time and within budget; preparing and reviewing calculations, engineering documentation, reports, and studies; independently reviewing others’ work; and developing project work plans. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program and at least three years of relevant project-team experience designing electrical engineering systems, including integrated, detailed system design for new plants or modifications and replacements at existing plants. Experience with medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, equipment selection, and analytical calculations is required. The position also involves serving as a firm/client liaison and reviewing design drawings prepared by others. Sargent & Lundy offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare plans, paid time off, and other financial and work-life benefits. The stated compensation range is $74,353–$113,595. Eligible employees may also participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

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.
Experience selecting equipment and materials, establishing 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; 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.
Must already have U.S. work authorization; 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 with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve 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 studies, voltage-drop calculations, 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 present technical information clearly and concisely and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
Perform independent reviews of work completed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
Develop project work plans.
Work with engineers and designers on the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing power plant electrical systems.
Serve as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.