Electrical Designer 1 - Nuclear Power

Sargent Lundy

Knoxville (TN)

Hybrid

USD 59,000 - 85,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a drafting-focused engineer/designer for a hybrid schedule, combining in-office and remote work. You will develop design drawings with a multidisciplinary team, expand CAD capabilities, and create accurate master sketches tied to existing facilities.

Opportunities exist to visit client sites with experienced designers. Preferred candidates have MicroStation experience, the ability to visualize parts in 3D without CAD, and strong multi-tasking skills.

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in a technical area including drafting or a high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize and expand drafting skills in a multi-disciplined team to prepare design drawings from design input.
  • Apply CAD skills and receive hands-on training in 3D design software environments.
  • Create master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities with exact specs.
  • Accompany and assist experienced designers on client walkdowns to gather information for your design project.
  • Explain drawings to vendors and contractors to support design adjustments.

Skills

Drafting
CAD
3D visualization
Multi-tasking
Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in a technical area including drafting
High school diploma and equivalent technical design experience

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Responsibilities

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.



  • This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your drafting skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other designers and/or engineers in the preparation of design drawings based on design input

  • You will have the opportunity to apply your computer-aided drafting skills, while receiving hands-on training in 3D design software environments.

  • You will be involved in creating master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions

  • You may accompany and assist experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for your design project

  • While interfacing with vendors and construction contractors, you may be given the opportunity to explain your drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made


Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.



  • An Associate's Degree in a technical area including drafting or a high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience

  • Advanced drafting experience using standard computer drafting tools (i.e MicroStation)

  • Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer

  • Knowledge in MicroStation

  • Ability to multi-task from project to project


Valued but not required skills and experience:



  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models

  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design


About Sargent & Lundy

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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-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

$58,925 - $84,728


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.


About This Business Unit

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 with the Department of State, 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. Shape the future of global energy with us!


Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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