Nuclear Electrical Lead — Hybrid Role

Sargent & Lundy; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks a seasoned Electrical Engineer to lead a project team responsible for designing and analyzing electrical systems for nuclear-related facilities. The role blends hybrid work with on-site collaboration in the Atlanta area, offering complex problem-solving and professional growth.

You will guide detailed design, perform critical calculations, review drawings, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate with vendors to meet client and safety requirements while delivering projects

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance.
• BSEE degree from ABET-accredited program; MSEE preferred.
• Must be able to obtain P.E. licensure.
• Must be able to obtain a DOE 'Q' level clearance.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design for plants (DOE/nuclear/navy).
• 3+ years of experience leading an engineering design team.
• Experience serving as firm/client liaison and reviewing design drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design phases for all electrical engineering work.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate design activities to meet specs, codes, and client requirements.
• Prepare and review electrical calculations (arc flash, voltage drop, fault current, lighting).
• Prepare design input documents for drawings, master diagrams, and schematics.
• Interface with vendors to prepare materials/specifications for client recommendations.
• Prepare reports/studies presenting technical information clearly per client and S&L formats.
• Perform independent reviews of others' work including calculations and drawings.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and promote knowledge sharing.
• Participate in Communities of Practice for career development.

Skills

Electrical design leadership

Team leadership

Documentation and reporting

Vendor coordination

Education

BSEE degree (ABET-accredited)

MSEE preferred

Tools

Low voltage distribution systems

Electrical calculations (arc flash, voltage drop)

Job description

Sargent & Lundy seeks a seasoned Electrical Engineer to lead a project team responsible for designing and analyzing electrical systems for nuclear-related facilities. The role blends hybrid work with on-site collaboration in the Atlanta area, offering complex problem-solving and professional growth.

You will guide detailed design, perform critical calculations, review drawings, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate with vendors to meet client and safety requirements while delivering projects