Lead Electrical Engineer 2 - Mission Critical
About The Position
The Lead Electrical Engineer will lead a project team of engineers and designers in the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems supporting nuclear material processing, nuclear waste treatment, storage and disposal systems, and commercial nuclear power plants. Assignments include designing, investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving a wide range of electrical engineering issues. The role coordinates detailed electrical design, ensures project delivery on schedule and within budget, and helps ensure systems comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements. The position offers a hybrid arrangement, combining work from home and office work. The engineer prepares and reviews electrical calculations, design documentation, reports, and studies; coordinates with vendors on equipment and materials specifications; and performs independent reviews of calculations and drawings. The role also involves liaising with clients, mentoring less experienced engineers, and participating in peer learning and knowledge-sharing through Sargent & Lundy's processes and Communities of Practice. The position supports Sargent & Lundy's Government Services Division, which provides engineering design and consulting to U.S. Department of Energy sites, national laboratories, and National Nuclear Security Administration sites. Work may support cleanup of legacy nuclear weapons production sites or preservation of the country's nuclear deterrent, including facilities, systems, and equipment for treating, storing, and disposing of nuclear waste and safely handling and processing 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 a U.S. Government security clearance.
- Must be able to obtain a DOE “Q” level clearance.
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
- Must be able and willing to obtain Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
- 12 or more years of experience designing electrical engineering systems in a project-team environment, ideally in commercial power, DOE, nuclear Navy, or NNSA settings, with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants or modifications or replacements for existing plants.
- Experience selecting equipment and materials, developing control philosophies, and preparing and assembling calculations and specifications.
- Experience designing electrical systems, including low-voltage distribution systems, transformers, generators, 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
- Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Lead the electrical team in 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 Sargent & Lundy formats.
- Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
- Share knowledge with experienced engineers through Sargent & Lundy's 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.
- 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
