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Sargent &lundy

Senior Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Company : Sargent &lundy

Location : Surry, VA, 23883

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.

This will be an onsite field support position at Surry Nuclear Power Generating Station.

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:

  • Essential skills and experience:

  • A BS degree in Electrical Engineering 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 station

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • PE license
  • MSEE

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 - $125,860.00

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!

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

Field support for senior electrical engineers at Surry involves on-site verification of electrical designs, coordinating with construction teams, and ensuring modifications comply with nuclear safety standards. Hands-on presence supports timely resolution of issues during installation and aids in maintaining plant reliability.

Expect to conduct complex analyses such as AC/DC power studies, short circuit evaluations, breaker coordination, and protective relay settings. These calculations ensure electrical system safety and efficiency, critical in nuclear environments where precision and reliability are paramount.

Professionals often advance toward senior engineering leadership or specialized roles in nuclear system design, project management, or regulatory compliance. Experience gained in nuclear power plants boosts credentials for positions requiring expertise in safety-critical electrical engineering.

Nuclear power demands proficiency in low and medium voltage distribution with stringent safety and regulatory adherence. Skills in protective relay coordination, motor starting analyses, and nuclear-specific equipment procurement are distinct compared to conventional industrial electrical engineering.

Sargent & Lundy emphasizes a collaborative project team atmosphere with deep involvement in design, vendor evaluation, and client interfacing. Their focus on advanced nuclear technologies and award-winning benefits creates a unique blend of innovation and employee support.

Engineers must harmonize electrical designs with mechanical, structural, and I&C disciplines, ensuring integrated solutions meet nuclear safety and operational goals. Clear communication and proactive issue tracking are essential to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Surry's proximity to a significant nuclear facility boosts demand for experienced electrical engineers skilled in nuclear systems. The local job market reflects steady opportunities, especially for candidates with hands-on field support experience and nuclear site badging capabilities.

While a PE license is valued, the ability to obtain unescorted access badges at nuclear stations is crucial. Certifications related to nuclear safety standards and electrical system reliability can also elevate a candidate’s profile in this region.

Compensation typically spans from approximately $82,380 to $125,860 annually, reflecting experience and technical expertise in nuclear electrical systems. Additional bonuses and comprehensive benefits further enhance the total remuneration package.

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