Electrical Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 145,310 - 222,001; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks a senior electrical engineering leader to guide a group supporting the Duane Arnold Energy Center. The role will begin with remote work, then possibly transition to hybrid with three days in the office.

You will lead, coordinate, and deliver multi-discipline projects, addressing complex design changes and ensuring client satisfaction. The position requires deep nuclear power experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage scope, cost, and schedules across

Qualifications

• BSEE degree from ABET-accredited program.
• 10 years of experience in the design of electrical engineering systems for nuclear power plants.
• 3 years of experience leading an engineering design group through all phases of a project design.
• Experience in the selection of equipment, materials, and the preparation and assembling of engineering design change packages, calculations, and specifications.
• Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
• Experience with electrical system design including low and medium voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motor, relays, etc…).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey information to project team members and client.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Detail oriented approach to work; capable of being badged for unescorted access to a nuclear station.
• PE Licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts performed by group members to ensure successful completion of electrical engineering project deliverables to meet all technical, quality, financial and project controls expectations.
• Initiating and conveying scope of work to group members.
• Defining deliverables (i.e. calcs, specs, drawings, design change etic…)
• Reviewing status and tracking progress of group members to maintain project scope/budget and keep client informed
• Routine status meetings
• Submitting progress reports
• Tracking and resolving open items and emergent project issues
• Coordinating completion of project deliverables
• Lead the team for the detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work to include interface and coordination with other disciplines
• Develop project scope, cost estimates, and schedules for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants
• Develop proposals for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants
• Provide technical oversight and supervision for all electrical engineering activities to include:
• Engineering design change packages to install, replace or upgrade existing plant equipment to ensure long-term equipment reliability
• Engineering calculations in support of design change packages, including AC and DC power studies, short circuit, cable ampacity, voltage drop, breaker coordination, motor starting and protective relay settings
• Equipment procurement specifications
• Bid review evaluation process for potential equipment vendors, to include supporting vendor requests for additional information, developing responses to vendor questions, and maintaining a tracking mechanism for questions/responses
• Interface with the client, including implementing personnel to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction
• Mentor and guide the development of the group
• Identify and follow up on client needs that may result in strategic opportunities
• Leverage good client relationships to develop follow‑on work from existing clients
• Prepare/Coordinate multi-discipline proposals

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

Client liaison

Communication

MS Office

Education

BSEE from ABET-accredited program

Tools

Engineering design packages

Job description

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

This position will require onsite support at the Duane Arnold Energy Center supporting project needs. This will start out as a remote position but could change to a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

You will be leading the group on interesting and challenging projects that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues to support single and multi-discipline projects.

The majority of the projects performed for our clients require multi-discipline interface and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts performed by group members to ensure successful completion of electrical engineering project deliverables to meet all technical, quality, financial and project controls expectations
  • Initiating and conveying scope of work to group members
  • Defining deliverables (i.e. calcs, specs, drawings, design change etic…)
  • Reviewing status and tracking progress of group members to maintain project scope/budget and keep client informed
  • Routine status meetings
  • Submitting progress reports
  • Tracking and resolving open items and emergent project issues
  • Coordinating completion of project deliverables
• Lead the team for the detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work to include interface and coordination with other disciplines
• Develop project scope, cost estimates, and schedules for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants
• Develop proposals for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants
• Provide technical oversight and supervision for all electrical engineering activities to include:
  • Engineering design change packages to install, replace or upgrade existing plant equipment to ensure long-term equipment reliability
  • Engineering calculations in support of design change packages, including AC and DC power studies, short circuit, cable ampacity, voltage drop, breaker coordination, motor starting and protective relay settings
  • Equipment procurement specifications
  • Bid review evaluation process for potential equipment vendors, to include supporting vendor requests for additional information, developing responses to vendor questions, and maintaining a tracking mechanism for questions/responses
• Interface with the client, including implementing personnel to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction
• Mentor and guide the development of the group
• Identify and follow up on client needs that may result in strategic opportunities
• Leverage good client relationships to develop follow‑on work from existing clients
• Prepare/Coordinate multi-discipline proposals

Qualifications

• A BSEE degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program
• 10 years of experience in the design of electrical engineering systems for nuclear power plants
• 3 years of experience in leading an engineering design group through all phases of a project design
• Experience in the selection of equipment, materials, and the preparation and assembling of engineering design change packages, calculations, and specifications
• Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role
• Experience with electrical system design including low and medium voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motor, relays, etc…)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey information to project team members and client
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Detail oriented approach to work
• Capable of being badged for unescorted access to a nuclear station
• PE Licensure is preferred

Benefits

• 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

$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.

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.