Lead Electrical Engineer - Nuclear Systems (Hybrid)

Sargent & Lundy; Los Alamos (NM); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior Electrical Engineer in New Mexico to lead the design and analysis of electrical systems for next‑generation nuclear facilities and laboratories. You will guide a multidisciplinary team within large design groups on complex projects, including safety‑critical power systems and lab spaces.

The role requires a PE license, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DOE‑level clearance.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; dual citizenship not eligible.
• Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.
• BSEE from ABET-accredited program required; MSEE preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the US; NM licensure able to obtain.
• 15+ years of electrical design experience in DOE/nuclear projects.
• Experience with electrical distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, motors, UPS.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of electrical deliverables (drawings, calculations, specs) and guide engineers and designers.
• Act as Electrical discipline lead coordinating design phases for site and facility work.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate design activities to meet specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Interface with clients, providing status updates and clarifying scope.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client liaison

Mentoring

Security clearance eligible

Communication

Design coordination

Education

BSEE — ABET-accredited

PE licensure (US)

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior Electrical Engineer in New Mexico to lead the design and analysis of electrical systems for next‑generation nuclear facilities and laboratories. You will guide a multidisciplinary team within large design groups on complex projects, including safety‑critical power systems and lab spaces.

The role requires a PE license, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DOE‑level clearance.