Electrical Engineering Consultant 2 - Government Services

About the role

This position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office. Potential projects could include designing one-of-a-kind, first-of-a-kind, nuclear reactor facilities and particle physics laboratories. Project teams could include ten or more electrical engineers working together within much larger multi-discipline design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical lead of a project team consisting of engineers and designers involved in the design and analysis of new electrical systems supporting the development and testing of the next generation of nuclear science and research.
• Act as the Electrical discipline lead in the coordination of design phases for all aspects of site and facility electrical engineering work.
• Ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate design activities amongst other electrical engineers to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Interface with clients as the electrical discipline lead, providing status updates, preparing RFI's and clarifying scope.
• Prepare and review detailed electrical calculations, including arc flash, voltage drop, fault current, and lighting analysis.
• Prepare documentation for design input for drawing production.
• Interface with vendors to prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications for client recommendations.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation.
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.
• Essential Skills And Experience:
  • A BSEE degree from an ABET-accredited program is required; MSEE preferred.
  • Must be currently licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the US and able to obtain NM PE licensure.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a DOE “Q” level clearance.
  • 15+ years of experience (ideally in DOE, nuclear Navy, or NNSA) in the design of electrical engineering systems in a project team environment with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants or modifications/replacements for existing plants.
  • Experience must include the selection of equipment, layouts, materials, and the preparation of calculations and specifications.
  • Experience is required with creating electrical system drawings and designs including low voltage distribution systems (switchgear, transformers, generators, motors, UPS), communication systems.
  • 3+ years of experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of project design.
  • Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design and integration.
  • Experience in serving as firm/client liaison in a lead engineering role.
  • Experience in reviewing design media created by other engineers.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance.

Skills

• Construction and start-up experience a plus.
• Commissioning experience a plus.
• Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in engineering workflow and processes.

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 $145,310.00 - $222,001.00 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.