Senior Electrical Engineer 2 - Nuclear
$100,019–$152,807 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Chicago, Illinois, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$100,019–$152,807 yearSenior LevelBachelors DegreeLarge
Full TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeLarge
Job Summary
Prepare and review engineering design change packages, detailed calculations, and procurement specifications for new and existing nuclear power plant electrical systems. Interface with project team members from other disciplines, the client, and vendors to validate scope, conduct document reviews, and attend site field walkdowns. Support site installation activities and assist the project manager in tracking progress, resolving issues, and ensuring projects complete on time and within budget. Lead others in using modern tools and automation to improve workflows and deliver cost-effective designs.
Required Qualifications
- A BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
- 7 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
Desired Qualifications
- PE license
- MSEE
- AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy
- Experience leading others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs
- Directing automation and process-improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked
- Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs
- Additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows
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