Senior Electrical Physical Designer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 82,120 - 128,570; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

A leader in nuclear engineering is seeking a Drafting Specialist in Chattanooga, TN. This position requires advanced drafting skills and offers hands-on training in 3D design software like AutoCAD and MicroStation. Candidates should have significant experience in physical design including grounding layouts and duct bank drawings. The role is hybrid with in-office requirements three days a week, offering competitive compensation ranges between $82,120.00 - $128,570.00 and extensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of physical design experience in grounding layouts, duct bank drawings, and cable tray layouts.

Responsibilities

• Utilize drafting skills while working in a team environment.
• Create drawings to scale for proposed installations.
• Assist experienced designers on client walkdowns.

Skills

Advanced drafting experience using standard computer drafting tools

Ability to visualize parts in 3D

Ability to multi-task

Education

An Associate's Degree in drafting or a high school diploma with technical design experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your drafting skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other designers and/or engineers in the preparation of design drawings based on design input.

You will have the opportunity to apply your computer-aided drafting skills, while receiving hands-on training in 3D design software environments, such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation.

You will be involved in creating drawings to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions.

You may accompany and assist experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for your design project.

While interfacing with vendors and construction contractors, you may be given the opportunity to explain your drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your drafting skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other designers and/or engineers in the preparation of design drawings based on design input
• You will have the opportunity to apply your computer-aided drafting skills, while receiving hands-on training in 3D design software environments, such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation.
• You will be involved in creating drawings to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions
• You may accompany and assist experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for your design project
• While interfacing with vendors and construction contractors, you may be given the opportunity to explain your drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made

Qualifications

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

• An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience
• 12 or more years of physical design experience including experience in the development of grounding layouts, underground duct bank and embedded conduit drawings, cable tray and exposed conduit layouts, and electrical equipment location drawings.
• Advanced drafting experience using standard computer drafting tools (i.e. AutoCAD or MicroStation)
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer
• Ability to multi-task from project to project

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design

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 & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits & Work-Life Balance

• 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 Range $82,120.00 - $128,570.00

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!

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.