Electrical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

About the Role

This position offers the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Electrical Engineering through a wide range of interesting and challenging responsibilities. You will team up with other engineers and designers involved in nuclear plant electrical systems betterment and associated modifications.

Responsibilities

• Electrical systems design
• Preparation of complex calculations, including:
  • 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
• Power distribution designs and preparation of specifications for 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
• Solve engineering problems using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs
• Use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools with strong engineering judgment and verification of results
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation

Requirements

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program (required)
• 3+ years of experience in the design of electrical power systems in a project team environment, focusing on integrated, detailed system design for new plants or modifications/replacements for existing plants. Experience should include:
  • Selection of equipment, materials, and control philosophy
  • Preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications
• Experience with electrical system design, including medium and low voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motors), equipment selection, and analytical calculations
• Experience serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in teams and individually
• Detail-oriented approach to work

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license
• MSEE
• Construction and start-up experience
• Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as ETAP or SKM
• Programming or scripting skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel)
• Additional learning in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields

Benefits

• Health & Wellness:
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life & accident insurance
  • Disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
• Financial Benefits:
  • 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
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Pay

Compensation range: $74,353 - $113,595. The total compensation package includes a base salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About the Team

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions.