Electrical Engineer 1 (Entry-Level), Nuclear

About the Role

• Electrical Engineer 1 in the Nuclear Power Group at Sargent & Lundy.
• Play a vital role on projects that design and modernize critical electrical systems and large power components for existing nuclear plants, first-of-a-kind restart projects, small modular reactors (SMRs), and advanced reactor facilities.
• Support plant life-extension and digital upgrade initiatives.
• Contributions help make nuclear energy safer, more efficient, and more reliable.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside a project team, receiving technical supervision and support from experienced engineers and subject matter experts (SMEs) in nuclear power generation and electrical power systems design.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations and design tasks for large nuclear power generating stations, including protection and coordination studies, cable sizing, medium and low voltage system design, DC battery sizing, and analyses that support electrical designs for safety-related systems.
• Utilize industry-standard software tools like ETAP to perform power systems analysis and modeling for complex electrical networks.
• Assist with the design, selection, and integration of major electrical power equipment, such as switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), large power transformers, breakers, relays, and related systems essential to nuclear power generation station operation.
• Partner with multidisciplinary engineering teams and engage in technical training sessions and reviews.
• Gain exposure to station-specific procedures and real-world project requirements, interfacing with client stakeholders such as Operations and Systems Engineering representatives.
• Collaborate with designers and drafters to translate engineering concepts into detailed drawings.
• Develop professional skills by working within fixed project schedules and budgets, learning effective time management and collaboration tools.
• Gain insight into the pathway to professional licensure, including mentorship and exposure to career development steps.
• Gain unescorted access to nuclear power generating stations to conduct onsite walkdowns, witness installation and testing activities, and support nuclear refueling outages.
• Participate in the implementation of major projects.
• Access client computer systems to review station-specific drawings, calculations, procedures, and other technical information.
• Obtain qualifications to work under supervision as a preparer for unique engineering deliverables.
• Opportunity to sign off as a qualified preparer on critical project documentation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a strong academic background in electrical power concepts/power systems analysis.
• Understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology, including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role.

Valued Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
• Completion of power coursework, such as Power Systems Analysis, Electric Machinery, Power Electronics, or similar.
• Internship or work experience in performing power analysis, preferably within the power industry.
• Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as ETAP or SKM.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant.

Compensation

• Compensation Range: $62,998 - $90,586
• Total compensation package includes base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Eligible to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• 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