Electrical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Englewood, CO is seeking a nuclear-focused electrical engineer to join a project team working on design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for power plants. This hybrid role requires three days in the office.

You will prepare detailed calculations, review drawings, and assist the lead or PM to deliver projects on time and within budget while collaborating with engineers and designers across disciplines.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical systems design in a project team environment.
• Experience with medium and low voltage distribution, transformers, generators, motors.
• Experience reviewing design drawings.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Teamwork and ability to work independently.
• Detail oriented approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Work on electrical systems design and analysis for nuclear power plant projects.
• Prepare calculations including short-circuit, voltage drop, motor starting, and relay settings.
• Review and prepare engineering drawings and design inputs.
• Assist the lead or PM to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
• Provide independent reviews of others' calculations and drawings.

Skills

Electrical design

Medium/low voltage

Equipment selection

Analytical calculations

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

ABET EE BS

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Description

This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in office.

• Under the direction of the electrical engineering lead or project manager, this position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing nuclear power plant electrical systems
• You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues or design new electrical engineering systems.
• Assist the electrical engineering lead or project manager in efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Prepare and review detailed calculations, including three phase AC and DC power studies, short circuit, voltage drop, motor starting and protective relay settings.
• Prepare engineering documentation for design input for drawing production.
• Prepare and review engineering 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.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• A BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required
• 3 or more years of experience in the design of electrical engineering systems in a project team environment with a focus on integrated, detailed system design, or modifications or replacements of existing systems; experience should include the selection of equipment, materials, control philosophy, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications
• Experience is required with electrical system design including medium and low voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motors), equipment selection, and analytical calculations
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others
• Effective critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Effective working in teams and individual work
• Detail oriented approach to work

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• PE license
• MSEE
• Experience with design and analysis of power plant and/or industrial structures
• Construction and start-up experience a plus

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools:

• You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
• Many engineers in these roles build or 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 is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as 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.

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 & 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

$74,353 - $113,595

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.