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Senior Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Chattanooga, TN, 37402
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
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
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
- 5 or more years of 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
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
Senior Electrical Engineers in nuclear settings like Chattanooga typically excel in complex power system analyses, vendor coordination, and project leadership. They must demonstrate proficiency in protective relay settings, cable ampacity calculations, and unescorted plant access, reflecting deeper expertise than entry-level electrical engineers.
Their routine blends design review, equipment specification, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. They juggle troubleshooting electrical system issues, evaluating vendor bids, and attending site walkdowns, ensuring nuclear plant reliability while adhering to stringent safety and regulatory standards.
While not mandatory, credentials such as a PE license or a Master’s in Electrical Engineering enhance credibility and open doors to leadership roles. They also support deeper involvement in design approvals and regulatory compliance within nuclear engineering teams.
Sargent & Lundy emphasizes hybrid work, requiring in-office presence thrice weekly, and integrates comprehensive project oversight including technical, financial, and administrative scopes. Their nuclear focus demands unescorted site access and a commitment to clean energy innovation not always found elsewhere.
This position involves direct client interfacing to validate scope and drive satisfaction, plus active vendor engagement during bid evaluations and document reviews. It demands diplomatic communication and technical precision critical to nuclear power plant modernization projects.
Salaries typically range from $82,380 to $125,860 annually, aligning with Chattanooga’s competitive industrial engineering market. This range reflects the specialized nuclear expertise required and the hybrid work expectations linked to project complexity.
Chattanooga shows growing demand for nuclear specialists due to regional energy initiatives, but competition remains moderate thanks to fewer specialized nuclear facilities nearby. This balance provides opportunities for skilled engineers without the intense rivalry seen in larger metro areas.
Given Chattanooga’s manageable traffic and hybrid schedule requiring three in-office days weekly, engineers can maintain a healthy work-life balance. The city’s infrastructure and flexible work policies reduce commuting stress compared to larger urban centers.
Key qualifications include an ABET-accredited electrical engineering degree, at least five years in nuclear plant electrical design, experience with AC/DC power studies, and capability for unescorted nuclear plant access. Strong communication skills and project team collaboration are equally vital.
Their benefits package features comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, paid parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, all designed to support engineers' health and family needs. This holistic approach enhances retention and job satisfaction among technical staff.