Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Government Services
$116620/y-$179890/y
Sargent & Lundy2 days ago
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HybridFull-timeSenior
Summary
Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Government Services to join their team in Chicago, IL. The role involves leading a project team in the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for nuclear material processing and commercial nuclear power plants.
About the Role
As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will coordinate detailed design phases, ensure project completion on time and within budget, prepare and review electrical calculations, interface with vendors, and mentor less experienced engineers. You will work on challenging assignments that include troubleshooting and solving a variety of electrical engineering issues.
About You
Required:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.
- A BSEE degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is required; MSEE preferred.
- Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance.
- 10+ years of experience in the design of electrical engineering systems in a project team environment.
- 3+ years of experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of a project design.
Preferred:
- Professional Engineer License (PE).
- Construction and start-up experience.
- Commissioning experience.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Tuition assistance and professional licensure bonuses.
Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy is one of the world’s longest-standing full-service architect engineering firms. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power, energy, and decarbonization with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, fossil power, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services – from consulting, design, and implementation to construction management, commissioning, and operations/maintenance – with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private clients in the power, energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.
Chicago, IL