Electrical Engineer 1 (Entry-Level)
Sargent & Lundy
Chicago, ILFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- System designStakeholder managementBudgetingMicrosoft OfficeTax
- Work
- On-site in Chicago
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Microsoft Office18%Stakeholder management12%System design10%Budgeting8%of 148 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 11, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As an Electrical Engineer 1 in the Nuclear Power Group, you will contribute to the design and modernization of critical electrical systems and large power components for nuclear facilities. Your work will support existing plants, restart projects, small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor facilities, plant life-extension, and digital upgrade initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing engineering calculations and design tasks for nuclear power generating stations.
- Perform tasks such as protection and coordination studies, cable sizing, medium and low voltage system design, and DC battery sizing.
- Conduct analyses supporting electrical designs for safety-related systems.
- Utilize industry-standard software tools like ETAP for power systems analysis and modeling.
- Assist with the design, selection, and integration of major electrical power equipment including switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), large power transformers, breakers, and relays.
- Partner with multidisciplinary engineering teams and engage in technical training sessions and reviews.
- Gain exposure to station-specific procedures and project requirements, with opportunities to interface with client stakeholders.
- 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 firsthand experience in communicating and coordinating with team members.
- Work alongside experienced professional engineers and gain insight into the pathway to professional licensure.
- Obtain unescorted access to nuclear power generating stations for 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 engineering deliverables.
- Have the opportunity to sign off as a qualified preparer on critical project documentation.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree)
- Strong academic background in electrical power concepts/power systems analysis
- Understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles for technical plans, drawings, and models
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
Valued Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
- Completion of power coursework (e.g., Power Systems Analysis, Electric Machinery, Power Electronics)
- 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
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies (data, automation, AI, digital tools) relevant to the role.
Compensation
$62,998 - $90,586
About Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy is committed to employee health and well-being, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off. They provide competitive, award-winning benefits and have received the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Benefits
- 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