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Sargent & Lundy
Electrical Engineering Consultant 2 - Mission Critical
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What they do
An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.
$109,489 / year median in New Mexico
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Between $145k and
$222k
Per Year
Position range in Northern Region $78k
- $114k Per Year Electrical Engineering Consultant 2
- Mission Critical Sargent & Lundy
Occupation:
Electrical EngineersLocation:
Los Alamos, NM- 87544
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More)Posted:
08/10/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
Sargent & LundyWeb Site:
www.sargentlundy.com Job #: 2026-25971 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. This position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office. This position will offer you the opportunity to lead a project team consisting of engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing electrical systems supporting processing of nuclear material, nuclear waste treatment, storage and disposal systems, and commercial nuclear power plants. You will work on challenging assignments that include designing, investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues.- Act as the Electrical team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work
- Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
- Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements
- Prepare and review detailed electrical calculations, including arc flash, voltage drop, fault current, and lighting
- Prepare documentation for design input for drawing production including master diagrams and master schematics
- Interface with vendors to prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications for client recommendations
- Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats
- Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation
- Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L's systems of process and associated "Communities of Practice"
- Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers Additional Information Help for Additional Information.
Essential skills and experience:
- Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance
- A BSEE degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is required; MSEE preferred
- Must be able and have a desire to obtain P.E. licensure
- Must be able to obtain a DOE "Q" level clearance
- 15+ years of experience (ideally in commercial power, DOE, nuclear Navy, or NNSA) in the design of electrical engineering systems in a project team environment with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants or modifications/replacements for existing plants
- Experience must include the selection of equipment, materials, control philosophy, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications
- Experience is required with electrical system design including low voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motors), communication systems, equipment selection, and analytical calculations
- 5+ years of experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of a project design
- Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design
- Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role
- Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Professional Engineer License (PE)
- Construction and start-up experience a plus
- Commissioning experience a plus Award-Winning Benefits At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees.
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 $145,310.00
- $222,001.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Bereavement/Mental Health Leave
- Financial Aid/Assistance