Top 32 Lead engineer Jobs in Chattanooga Tn

Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Chattanooga, TN
- $118,023 - $180,313 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Sargent & Lundy —Chattanooga, TN
- $134,546 - $205,557 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- PMP
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 2 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Chattanooga, TN
- $134,546 - $205,557 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
EIT Engineering Team Lead
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
Systems Administrator Lead- Cameras/ VMS
City of Chattanooga, TN —Chattanooga, TN
- $64,024 - $77,348 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Office
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Lead Piping Stress Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Chattanooga, TN
- $118,023 - $180,313 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Machining Team Lead
Hubner Manufacturing Corporation —Dunlap, TN
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Lead Engineer - Protection & Control
Qualus —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- Remote
- Clean driving record
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Lead Engineer - Civil Structural
Qualus —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
7d
Lead Technical Service Representative
LATICRETE International, Inc. —Rock Spring, GA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Lead Nuclear Project Planner 1 – Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Chattanooga, TN
- $118,023 - $180,313 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Lead System Protection Engineer 2 - Grid
Sargent & Lundy —Chattanooga, TN
- $134,546 - $205,557 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
7d
Lead Engineer - Substation Protection & Control
Qualus —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
1d
Lead Designer
Mesa Associates, Inc. —Chattanooga, TN
- Hybrid work
- Management
- 11+ years
- Senior level
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14d
Sector Lead - Transportation Infrastructure Engineering - Tennessee
Atlas —Chattanooga, TN
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- 11+ years
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Lead Relay Technician - Southeast
Service Electric Company —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- 7 years
Lead Relay Technician - Southeast
Quanta Services —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- 7 years
Lead Construction Project Engineer- Dam Project
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Background check
- Construction site
- CAD
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy -
Chattanooga, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$118,023 - $180,313 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Bereavement leave
Referral program

Qualifications

Project engineering
Customer relationship building
Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Team supervision
Nuclear design
Client relationship development
Experience working in the energy & utilities sector
System design for system development
Electrical protection systems
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Power generation systems
Power system protection
Commercial nuclear power plant experience
Productivity software
Engineering design modification
Product design documentation
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Description:

You will be leading the group on interesting and challenging projects that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues to support single and multi-discipline projects.

The majority of the projects performed for our clients require multi-discipline interface and coordination.

Responsibilities include:

Lead efforts performed by group members to ensure successful completion of electrical engineering project deliverables to meet all technical, quality, financial and project controls expectations
- Initiating and conveying scope of work to group members
- Defining deliverables (i.e. calcs, specs, drawings, design change etic…)
- Reviewing status and tracking progress of group 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
Lead the team for the detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work to include interface and coordination with other disciplines
Develop project scope, cost estimates, and schedules for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants
Develop proposals for complex electrical modifications at nuclear power plants
Provide technical oversight and supervision for all electrical engineering activities to include:
- Engineering design change packages to install, replace or upgrade existing plant equipment to ensure long-term equipment reliability
- 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
- Equipment procurement specifications
- 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
Interface with the client, including implementing personnel to validate scope and ensure client satisfaction
Mentor and guide the development of the group
Identify and follow up on client needs that may result in strategic opportunities
Leverage good client relationships to develop follow-on work from existing clients
Prepare/Coordinate multi-discipline proposals

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:

A BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
10 or more years of experience in the design of electrical engineering systems for nuclear power plants
Three or more years experience in leading an engineering design group through all phases of a project design
Experience in the selection of equipment, materials, and the preparation and assembling of engineering design change packages, calculations, and specifications
Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role
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
Proficiency with MS Office applications
Detail oriented approach to work
Capable of being badged for unescorted access to a nuclear station
PE Licensure is preferred

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AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy:

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools:

You are expected to lead 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.
Leaders in these roles often direct 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, is valued but not required.
We also value 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.

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 & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Work-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: $118,023 - $180,313 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!

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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lead engineer jobs in chattanooga tn

Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 2 - Nuclear

EIT Engineering Team Lead

Systems Administrator Lead- Cameras/ VMS

Lead Piping Stress Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Machining Team Lead

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Lead Engineer - Civil Structural

Lead Technical Service Representative

Lead Nuclear Project Planner 1 – Nuclear

Lead System Protection Engineer 2 - Grid

Lead Engineer - Substation Protection & Control

Lead Designer

Sector Lead - Transportation Infrastructure Engineering - Tennessee

Lead Relay Technician - Southeast

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