Lead Electrical Engineer 2 - Mission Critical
About The Position
Sargent & Lundy is hiring a Lead Electrical Engineer 2 to lead electrical engineering design work for mission-critical projects involving nuclear material processing, nuclear waste treatment, storage and disposal systems, and commercial nuclear power plants. The role leads a project team of engineers and designers in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing electrical systems. Work includes challenging assignments involving design, investigation, troubleshooting, and resolution of electrical engineering issues. The position has a hybrid arrangement, with work split between home and the office. The engineer coordinates detailed design phases, ensuring projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget, and that system designs comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements. The position prepares and reviews electrical calculations, documentation, reports, studies, drawings, and equipment specifications, and performs independent reviews of others’ work. It also involves vendor and client coordination, mentoring less experienced engineers, and sharing expertise through Sargent & Lundy’s processes and Communities of Practice. Sargent & Lundy’s Government Services Division supports U.S. Department of Energy sites and national laboratories, including DOE Environmental Management and National Nuclear Security Administration facilities. Its work includes designing facilities, systems, and equipment to treat, store, and dispose of nuclear waste and safely handle and process nuclear material.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen; dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.
- Must be able to obtain U.S. Government security clearance.
- Must be able to obtain a DOE “Q” level clearance.
- BSEE degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is required.
- Must be able and willing to obtain P.E. licensure.
- At least 12 years of experience designing electrical engineering systems in a project-team environment, ideally in commercial power, DOE, nuclear Navy, or NNSA work, with a focus on integrated detailed system design for new plants or modifications or replacements for existing plants.
- Experience must include equipment and materials selection, control philosophy, and preparation and assembly of calculations and specifications.
- Experience with electrical system design, including low-voltage distribution systems such as transformers, generators, and motors; communication systems; equipment selection; and analytical calculations.
- At least 3 years of experience leading an engineering design team through all phases of project design.
- Technical knowledge of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems used to execute systems design.
- Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
- Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
Nice To Haves
- MSEE degree preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Construction and start-up experience.
- Commissioning 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 unless specifically identified elsewhere.
Responsibilities
- Lead an engineering and design project team working on the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems.
- Act as the Electrical team lead coordinating detailed design phases across all aspects of electrical engineering work.
- Lead efforts to complete projects satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
- Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operations comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
- Prepare and review detailed electrical calculations, including arc flash, voltage drop, fault current, and lighting calculations.
- Prepare design-input documentation for drawing production, including master diagrams and master schematics.
- Interface with vendors to prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications for client recommendations.
- Prepare reports and studies that communicate technical information clearly and concisely and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
- Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
- Share knowledge with experienced engineers through S&L processes and Communities of Practice.
- Mentor and guide less experienced engineers in their development.
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 (PST).
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Eligible employees may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
