Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Perry, OH

About The Position

The Lead Electrical Engineer leads a group on electrical engineering projects, including investigations, troubleshooting, and resolution of issues on single- and multi-discipline projects. The role oversees detailed electrical design work for nuclear power plants, coordinates with other disciplines and clients, and ensures project deliverables meet technical, quality, financial, and project-controls expectations. The engineer also supports client relationships, develops proposals and follow-on opportunities, and mentors the group. The position is part of Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group, which works on existing-plant life extensions and digital modernization, advanced reactor technology, small modular reactors, reactor restarts, coal-to-nuclear initiatives, and international nuclear projects.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
At least 10 years of experience designing electrical engineering systems for nuclear power plants.
At least 3 years of experience leading an engineering design group through all phases of a project design.
Experience selecting equipment and materials and preparing and assembling engineering design change packages, calculations, and specifications.
Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
Experience designing electrical systems, including low- and medium-voltage distribution systems, transformers, generators, motors, and relays.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for conveying information to project team members and clients.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Detail-oriented approach to work.
Ability to obtain a badge for unescorted access to a nuclear station.
Work authorization sponsorship in the U.S. is not provided for this position.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred.
Experience or interest in AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant, but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Responsibilities

Lead group members’ work to complete electrical engineering project deliverables in line with technical, quality, financial, and project-controls expectations.
Initiate and communicate work scope to group members; define deliverables such as calculations, specifications, drawings, and design changes.
Review team status and track progress to manage scope and budget and keep clients informed.
Conduct routine status meetings, submit progress reports, and track and resolve open items and emergent project issues.
Coordinate completion of project deliverables.
Lead detailed design phases for electrical engineering work, including coordination and interfaces with other disciplines.
Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and proposals for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants.
Provide technical oversight and supervision for electrical engineering activities, including design change packages, engineering calculations, and equipment procurement specifications.
Support equipment vendor bid reviews, respond to vendor questions, and track questions and responses.
Serve as a client interface, validate scope with implementing personnel, and support client satisfaction.
Mentor and guide the development of the group.
Identify client needs that may create strategic opportunities and develop follow-on work through client relationships.
Prepare and coordinate multi-discipline proposals.