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. The role involves challenging assignments in designing, investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving a wide range of electrical engineering issues. It offers a hybrid work arrangement, with a mix of work from home and office work. The position serves as the Electrical team lead for detailed design coordination and helps ensure project work is completed satisfactorily, on schedule, and within budget. The engineer coordinates systems design to meet specifications, applicable codes, and client requirements; prepares and reviews electrical calculations, design documentation, reports, and studies; interfaces with vendors on equipment and materials specifications; and independently reviews others’ engineering work. The role also includes mentoring less experienced engineers and developing professionally through peer learning and Sargent & Lundy’s Communities of Practice. This position supports Sargent & Lundy’s Government Services Division, which provides engineering design and consulting support to contractors managing and operating U.S. Department of Energy sites and national laboratories, including DOE Environmental Management and National Nuclear Security Administration sites. Work may support environmental cleanup of the legacy nuclear weapons production complex or preservation of the U.S. nuclear deterrent.
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.
- 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.
- 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 and replacements for existing plants.
- Experience selecting equipment and materials, defining control philosophy, and preparing and assembling calculations and specifications.
- Experience with electrical system design, 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 relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.
Responsibilities
- Lead a project team of engineers and designers in the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems.
- Act as the Electrical team lead coordinating 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 reports and studies that present 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.
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.
- Potential eligibility to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
