Senior Electrical Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,840 - 147,870; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

401(k)

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Vacation

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their Nuclear Power Group. The candidate will prepare engineering design change packages and interface with project teams and clients in the nuclear power sector. A BS degree and at least 7 years of experience are required, along with skills in electrical system design and effective communication. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 7 or more years of experience in electrical engineering design for nuclear power plants.
• Experience in selection of equipment and preparation of design change packages.
• Capable of being badged for unescorted access to nuclear stations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering design change packages.
• Participate in bid review processes for potential equipment vendors.
• Attend client meetings and site walkdowns for project validation.

Skills

Electrical system design

Effective communication skills

Detail-oriented approach

Education

BS degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Low and medium voltage distribution systems

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering design change packages to install, replace or upgrade existing plant equipment to ensure long-term equipment reliability.
• Prepare and review detailed 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.
• Prepare and review equipment procurement specifications.
• Participate in bid review evaluation process for potential equipment vendors, including supporting vendor requests for information, developing responses to vendor questions, and maintaining a tracking mechanism for questions and responses.
• Prepare and review scoping documents for conceptual designs, including constructability reviews.
• Interface with project team members from other engineering and design disciplines (Mechanical, Structural, Civil, I&C).
• Interface with the client in support of the project, including implementing personnel.
• Interface with vendors to perform document reviews and provide written comments.
• Attend client meetings and site field walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
• Support site installation activities during project implementation.
• Assist the S&L project manager to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Responsible for overall technical, financial, and administrative performance of the engineering scope by initiating and conveying scope of work to project team members, defining deliverables (e.g., calculations, specs, drawings, design changes, etc.), and reviewing status to maintain project scope and budget.
• Participate in routine status meetings, submit progress reports, track and resolve open items, and coordinate completion of project deliverables.

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 program.
• 7 or more years of experience in the design of electrical engineering systems in a project team environment for industrial applications, with a focus on design for existing nuclear power plants.
• Experience in selection of equipment, materials, and the preparation and assembling of engineering design change packages, calculations, and specifications.
• 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.
• Detail-oriented approach to work.
• Capable of being badged for unescorted access to a nuclear station.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• PE license
• MSEE

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 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

Compensation Range: $95,840.00 - $147,870.00

Transparency

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. We provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions.

Awards & Recognition

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.

Job Details

City: Chicago

State: IL

Country: United States

Area of Interest: Electrical Engineering

Type: Full Time - Regular

Job ID: 2025-19155

Business Group: Nuclear Power Group

Department: Electrical Engineering