Electrical Design Engineer IV

Location: 100% Remote – USA

Rate: $85–$107/hour (W2) + Benefits

Job Type: Contract

Duration: 1 Year

Openings: 13

Hours: 40 hours/week

Project: Nuclear / BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor

The Electrical Design Engineer IV will be responsible for the design, analysis, procurement, and integration of electrical power systems supporting the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor. The role covers electrical systems ranging from the main generator and grid connection through in-plant distribution and end-use loads.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of SC1/Class 1E, SC2, and SC3 electrical systems, including medium- and low-voltage distribution.
• Perform electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, motor starting, and protective relay coordination using ETAP and applicable ANSI/IEC standards.
• Prepare electrical engineering deliverables, including requirements specifications, electrical load lists, one-lines, calculations, schematics, and three-line diagrams.
• Develop procurement specifications for major electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, diesel generators, and UPS systems.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers.
• Support nuclear licensing and ensure designs comply with applicable nuclear regulatory requirements.
• Interface with transmission providers regarding Generator Interconnection Agreements and grid stability requirements.
• Apply applicable electrical codes and standards, including IEEE, IEC, CSA, and NEC.
• Support protection and control activities, including generator and large power transformer protection.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Master's preferred.
• U.S. PE professional engineering license.
• 8+ years of experience in heavy or high-reliability industries such as nuclear, power, process, marine, oil & gas, or military.
• Proficiency with standard productivity software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, and Visio.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Experience with electrical engineering and design tools such as ETAP, SKM, Hexagon Smart Electrical (SPEL), AutoCAD, MicroStation, Visio, and related engineering software.
• Experience with requirements management, document management, configuration management, and BOM systems.
• Strong Protection and Control experience.
• Experience with grid interfaces.
• Experience with generator and large power transformer protection.
• Experience programming and setting GE Multilin and SEL relays.

Citizenship / Eligibility Requirement

• Must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen or valid Green Card holder.
• Candidates with dual or multiple citizenships must comply with applicable U.S. DOE 10 CFR Part 810, Appendix A requirements.