Nuclear Electrical Engineer I — Power Systems Design

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Chicago, IL seeks an Electrical Engineer 1 to design and modernize electrical systems for nuclear plants, including SMRs and life-extension projects. You will gain hands-on experience, engage with senior engineers, and contribute to safety‑critical designs on challenging, high‑impact projects.

You will use industry tools like ETAP, collaborate across disciplines, and grow toward licensure as a PE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with strong power concepts/power systems knowledge.
• Understanding practical application of electrical engineering to project design.
• Knowledge of design techniques for producing technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office; excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in engineering calculations and design tasks for large nuclear plants, including protection studies, cable sizing, and LV/MV system design.
• Utilize ETAP to perform power systems analysis and modeling for complex networks.
• Assist with selection and integration of major electrical power equipment (switchgear, MCCs, transformers, breakers, relays).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interface with client stakeholders such as Operations and Systems Engineering.
• Translate concepts into detailed drawings with designers and drafters; support project deliverables.

Skills

Electrical power concepts

Systems analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

ABET-accredited program

Tools

ETAP

Job description

Sargent & Lundy in Chicago, IL seeks an Electrical Engineer 1 to design and modernize electrical systems for nuclear plants, including SMRs and life-extension projects. You will gain hands-on experience, engage with senior engineers, and contribute to safety‑critical designs on challenging, high‑impact projects.

You will use industry tools like ETAP, collaborate across disciplines, and grow toward licensure as a PE.