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Senior Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Pittsburgh, PA, 15219
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 30 December 2025
Description
This position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing nuclear power plant electrical systems.
You will work on interesting and challenging projects that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues.
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare and review engineering design change packages to install, replace or upgrade existing plant equipment to ensure long-term equipment reliability,
- Prepare and review detailed engineering calculations in support of design change packages, including AC and DC power studies, short circuit, cable ampacity, voltage drop, breaker coordination, motor starting and protective relay settings.
- Prepare and review equipment procurement specifications,
- Participate in bid review evaluation process for potential equipment vendors, to include supporting vendor requests for additional information, developing responses to vendor questions, and maintaining a tracking mechanism for questions/responses,
- Prepare and review scoping documents for conceptual designs, to include constructability reviews,
- Interface with project team members from other engineering and design disciplines (Mechanical, Structural, Civil, I&C),
- Interface with the client in support of the project, including implementing personnel,
- Interface with vendors to perform document reviews and provide written comment,
- Attend client meetings and site field walkdowns to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction
- Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs
- Support site installation activities during project implementation,
- Assist the S&L project manager to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget,
- Responsible for overall technical, financial, and administrative performance of the engineering scope by:
- Initiating and conveying scope of work to project team members
- Defining deliverables (i.e. calcs, specs, drawings, design change etic…)
- Reviewing status and tracking progress of team members to maintain project scope/budget and keep client informed.
- Routine status meetings
- Submitting progress reports
- Tracking and resolving open items and emergent project issues,
- Coordinating completion of project deliverables
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- An electrical engineering degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program
- Five or more years’ experience in the design of electrical engineering systems in a project team environment for industrial applications, with a focus on design for existing nuclear power plants
- Experience in the selection of equipment, materials, and the preparation and assembling of engineering design change packages, calculations, and specifications
- Experience with electrical system design including low and medium voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motor, relays, etc.)
- Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey information to project team members and client
- Detail oriented approach to work
- Capable of being badged for unescorted access to a nuclear power station
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- PE license
- MSEE
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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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance- 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
Compensation Range
$82,380.00 - $125,860.00Transparency 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.
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Frequently asked questions
A Senior Electrical Engineer 1 in nuclear power focuses on designing and upgrading electrical systems that ensure continuous, safe operation of nuclear plants. Their work on protective relays, power studies, and equipment specifications directly supports operational reliability and adherence to stringent safety standards unique to nuclear environments.
Electrical Engineers in Pittsburgh's nuclear sector frequently coordinate with mechanical, civil, structural, and I&C engineers to integrate complex systems. This interdisciplinary teamwork ensures design consistency and effective problem-solving during site walkdowns and construction phases, tailored to regional regulatory and operational requirements.
Holding a PE license or an MSEE degree significantly elevates a Senior Electrical Engineer’s qualifications in nuclear projects. These credentials demonstrate advanced technical knowledge and commitment to professional standards, which is highly regarded in the nuclear field, especially for handling critical design change packages and vendor evaluations.
Pittsburgh has a niche but steady demand for senior electrical engineers specializing in nuclear systems due to ongoing modernization and regulatory compliance projects. Candidates with nuclear experience and strong design skills often encounter less competition compared to broader electrical engineering roles, reflecting the area's specialized market.
At Sargent & Lundy, Senior Electrical Engineers navigate complex nuclear regulations, tight project timelines, and interdisciplinary coordination. Balancing technical leadership with financial oversight and client communications requires adaptability and deep expertise to meet the company's high standards for safety and innovation.
Sargent & Lundy fosters advancement through exposure to cutting-edge nuclear technologies, involvement in large-scale projects, and continuous learning opportunities. Their award-winning benefits and emphasis on work-life balance create an environment conducive to long-term professional development in nuclear electrical engineering.
Candidates can anticipate a salary between $82,380 and $125,860, reflecting experience and expertise in nuclear electrical engineering. This competitive compensation is complemented by comprehensive benefits and discretionary bonuses, aligning with Pittsburgh’s market rates for specialized senior engineering positions.
Yes, electrical engineers must qualify for security badges allowing unescorted access at nuclear facilities. This involves background checks and adherence to strict safety and security protocols, a requirement critical for those working onsite at Pittsburgh nuclear power plants.
Senior Electrical Engineers lead design change initiatives, coordinate project scopes, and manage vendor interactions, unlike junior engineers who typically handle more routine calculations and support tasks. Seniors are accountable for overall project delivery, technical quality, and client satisfaction in high-stakes nuclear environments.
Pittsburgh’s collaborative and innovation-driven engineering culture enhances nuclear electrical engineers’ roles by encouraging cross-disciplinary problem-solving. Sargent & Lundy’s presence here benefits from this culture, fostering a supportive environment where engineers can thrive amidst the city’s growing clean energy initiatives.