Senior MEP Revit Electrical Physical Designer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

FSA/HSA

401(k)

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Chattanooga, Tennessee seeks an experienced Electrical Designer for the Nuclear Power Group. You will develop electrical equipment layouts, cable trays, and conduit raceways in AutoCAD Plant 3D and Revit, producing deliverables and BOMs.

You will lead design phases, resolve 3D clashes, and mentor junior drafters, ensuring timely, accurate results. The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week, supporting collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams

Qualifications

• 10+ years of detailed design experience in electrical plant design drawings.
• Proficiency with 3D plant layout models and electrical deliverables.
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical equipment layouts, cable trays, and conduits in 3D models.
• Lead design phases, resolve clashes, and maintain schedules.
• Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members.
• Mentor less experienced drafters and designers to develop skills.

Skills

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Navisworks Manage

Revit

AutoCAD Electrical

Map 3D

3D modeling

Electrical design

Cable routing

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MicroStation

Job description

Description

• Under the direction of the Electrical Project Lead, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing electrical equipment, cable tray & conduit raceway, support detail installation drawings in a 3-D model
• Utilize Autodesk’s AutoCAD Plant 3D and Revit modeling software to generate electrical design deliverables, BOMs, and commodity lists
• Understand and interpret electrical functional requirements developed using AutoCAD and tool sets and create physical design consistent with engineering requirements
• Perform and manage cable routing activities utilizing cable information developed
• Act as the electrical design team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated electrical design model
• Resolve clashes and discrepancies in the 3D model and report status
• Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design
• Independently plan and execute design of electrical deliverables
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers

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

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• Experienced and proficient with AutoCAD Plant 3D software and other tool sets including AutoCAD Electrical and Map 3D. Experienced and proficient with Navisworks Manage and Revit software including the following:
  • Understanding of the integration aspects of electrical functional diagrams with 3D model development
  • Class detection resolution & discrepancy checks between deliverables
  • Reports/Schedules and Cable Management activities
  • Interface with IT Administrators in the development of electrical deliverable templates and catalogs
  • Drawing Presentation Rules Set Up
  • Plant 3D and Revit model data management
• 10 or more years of detailed design experience in the development of electrical plant design drawings; raceway & supports, equipment, grounding, lighting, cable management
• Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
• Experience in the review of project deliverables and drawing requirements
• Experience in the review of vendor drawings and interface points
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the plant design process.

Valued but not required experience:

• Autodesk Construction Cloud, MicroStation
• Microsoft Office tools

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

• 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

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$77,890 - $118,999

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!

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.