
Engineer I Electrical
Required skills
- electrical power distribution systems
- switchgear
- motor control centers
- circuit breakers
- electrical load flow
- voltage drop
- short circuit calculation methodology
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- Excel
Nice to have
- MS electrical engineering
- nuclear power industry
- field experience
- nuclear plant projects
- Calculation experience
- ETAP
Role summary
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to perform engineering and design activities for power plant upgrades and new projects. This role requires a BS in electrical engineering, demonstrated knowledge of electrical power distribution systems, and familiarity with electrical calculation methodologies. Responsibilities include performing calculations, modifications, and designs under senior supervision. The position requires strong communication and Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Preferred qualifications include an MS in electrical engineering, nuclear power industry experience, and proficiency with ETAP or SKM software. The role is full-time, onsite, and requires occasional overtime and travel.
Successful candidates will be relied upon to perform a variety of engineering and design activities involving power plant upgrades and/or new power plant projects under the supervision of senior engineering staff. Successful candidates should have experience with evaluation, selection and application of standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria. Individuals will assist with performing calculations, modifications, and designs. Individuals will possess technical knowledge of the electrical discipline and ability to work on project teams with other engineers to assist with evaluating conditions, proposing modifications, and developing design changes which will improve plant performance, safety, and reliability.
Responsibilities
Education Required (minimum): BS in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited university.
Experience Required (minimum): Demonstrated knowledge of electrical power distribution systems (switchgear, motor control centers, circuit breakers, etc.) and familiarity with electrical load flow, voltage drop, and short circuit calculation methodology is required. Knowledge can be demonstrated through academic record or work experience.
Qualifications
Other Required Qualifications (minimum): All applicants must possess excellent and clear verbal and written communication skills as well as presentation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, PowerPoint is required. Effective time management skills are required as position may involve working on several projects concurrently. Successful candidate will be required to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes. Ability to pass security and drug screening and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access is required. Overtime work is required at times. Travel is required to client sites with periods of field/office work. Ability to perform walk downs of equipment in an industrial plant environment, to include climbing ladders, accessing security-controlled areas, and entering confined spaces and controlled hazardous areas is required.
Preferred Education: MS electrical engineering from an ABET accredited university is desirable.
Preferred Experience: Experience in the nuclear power industry and actual field experience on nuclear plant projects is desired. Electrical Distribution System Modeling and Calculation experience using ETAP or SKM software is desired.
Preferred Certification(s) or License(s) Required: Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam is desirable.
Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. If applicable to the position, the capability of a candidate to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration by Zachry Nuclear in its hiring processes.
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. maintains a drug free workplace.
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Engineering: 1 year (Preferred)
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