Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Mission Critical

Sargent & Lundy • Warrenville, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lead a project team of engineers and designers responsible for designing, modifying, and analyzing electrical systems for nuclear-material processing, nuclear-waste treatment, storage and disposal systems, and commercial nuclear power plants. The role involves challenging electrical engineering assignments in design, investigation, troubleshooting, and problem solving. It offers a hybrid arrangement combining work from home and office work.

The position is part of Sargent & Lundy’s Government Services Division, which provides engineering design and consulting support to U.S. Department of Energy sites and national laboratories, including the DOE Environmental Management Directorate and National Nuclear Security Administration laboratories and sites. Work may support cleanup of legacy nuclear-weapons production facilities or preservation of the country’s nuclear deterrent.

Employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools where relevant to support engineering, analysis, design, research, and workflow improvement. Employees remain accountable for their work and must apply professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.

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 and a DOE Q-level clearance.
• BSEE degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
• Must be able and willing to obtain Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
• At least 10 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 selecting equipment and materials, developing control philosophy, and preparing and assembling calculations and specifications.
• Experience designing electrical systems, 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 for executing 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.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Construction and start-up experience.
• Commissioning experience.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies; valued where relevant but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate detailed design phases for 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 operation 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 clear and concise reports and studies that meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
• Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
• Share knowledge with experienced engineers through peer learning and the company’s processes and Communities of Practice.
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Serve as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
• Review design drawings created by others.

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.
• Potential eligibility to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior