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Electrical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Minneapolis, MNtoday

Responsibilities

  • Under the direction of the electrical engineering lead or project manager, work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing power plant electrical systems
  • Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues
  • Assist the electrical engineering lead or project manager in efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
  • Prepare and review detailed calculations, including three phase AC and DC power studies, short circuit, voltage drop, motor starting and protective relay settings
  • Prepare engineering documentation for design input for drawing production
  • Prepare and review engineering reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats
  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation
  • Develop project work plans

Essential Qualifications

  • Education: BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
  • Experience: 3 or more years of experience in the design of electrical engineering systems in a project team environment with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants, or modifications or replacements for existing plants; experience should include the selection of equipment, materials, control philosophy, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications
  • Technical expertise: Electrical system design including medium and low voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motors), equipment selection, and analytical calculations
  • Professional experience: Serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role and reviewing design drawings created by others
  • Skills: Effective critical thinking and problem solving skills; effective written and verbal communication skills; effective working in teams and individual work; detail oriented approach to work

Valued Skills and Experience

  • PE license
  • MSEE
  • Construction and start-up experience

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Benefits

Health & Wellness

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

Financial Benefits

  • 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

Work-Life Balance

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

Compensation

Salary Range: $74,353 - $113,595

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 Sargent & Lundy

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.

About the Nuclear Power Group

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.

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.

Note

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

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is a full-service engineering and design firm providing consulting, engineering, design, analysis, and project services for the power industry and related sectors. The company serves utilities, government agencies, energy developers, and industrial clients across nuclear power, renewable energy, transmission and distribution, data centers, oil and gas, environmental, and decarbonization projects.

Industry
Engineering and Design Services
Head office
Chicago, Illinois
Company size
5,001-10,000
Founded
1891
Nuclear PowerNuclear Power ConsultingData CentersGridPower GenerationRenewable EnergyEnvironmentalOil & GasDecarbonizationConsulting & PlanningGovernment ServicesProject Services
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Electrical Engineer 3 - Nuclear