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Electrical Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy · Chattanooga, TN · Yesterday
Engineering$63k–$91k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Opportunity Will Have You Teaming Up With Other Engineers And Designers Involved In Nuclear Plant Electrical Systems Betterment And Associated Modifications, Which Will Include The Following Electrical systems design Preparation of complex calculations Load flow and short circuit Power flow System Impact Cable ampacity Preparation of documented design inputs Preparation of equipment and material specifications Preparation of design reports Additional Opportunities Will Include Receive training and mentorship from experienced engineers in the execution of meaningful project engineering assignments Become involved in power distribution designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with a strong academic background in electrical power concepts/power systems analysis
  • An understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary
  • Strong problem solving skills are desired

Skills

  • Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience: A BS or MS degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program Internship or work experience in performing power analysis, preferably within the power industry Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as ETAP or SKM Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required Additional Learning: A minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Benefits

Award-Winning Benefits At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Accident Insurance Disability Coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Back-Up Daycare FSA & 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 Compensation Range $62,998 - $90,586 Transparency Statement Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

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