Electrical Engineer - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions, Knoxville, TN, Lenexa, KS, Houston, TX
About The Position
Join Kiewit Nuclear Solutions as an Electrical Engineer contributing to the full lifecycle of electrical systems design for advanced commercial nuclear and Department of Energy (DOE) projects. The role involves power system analysis, ETAP modeling, electrical design, calculations, and comprehensive engineering documentation. You will address complex engineering challenges, guide projects from concept through execution, collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, and mentor less-experienced engineers. The position is primarily office-based and is available at Kiewit's home office locations in Knoxville, Tennessee; Lenexa, Kansas; or Houston, Texas. Occasional travel to project sites, client facilities, or other Kiewit offices may be required. Work may involve access to commercial nuclear power plants or DOE facilities, subject to site access, safety, security, and procedural requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering program.
- 10 or more years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee, Ohio, or Idaho, or demonstrated ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity.
- Commercial nuclear experience at a U.S. nuclear power plant and/or DOE nuclear facility experience, including facilities such as Y-12 or Pantex.
- Ability to develop electrical discipline design deliverables and engineering calculations.
- Hands-on ETAP experience, including model development and performing load flow, short circuit, motor starting, and protection/coordination studies.
- Experience writing technical power system study reports.
- Strong understanding of electrical power distribution systems and equipment.
- Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, ANSI/NEMA, PIP, and other applicable industry codes and standards.
- Strong technical problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate on multidisciplinary engineering teams and mentor less-experienced engineers.
- Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively, communicate professionally, and perform work safely.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in nuclear power, DOE nuclear facilities, power generation, or other highly regulated industrial environments.
Responsibilities
- Develop electrical engineering design deliverables and calculations for commercial nuclear power plants and/or DOE nuclear facilities.
- Develop load lists and perform equipment sizing, voltage drop, load flow, short circuit, motor starting, and protection/coordination studies.
- Build, maintain, and analyze ETAP power system models and prepare supporting technical reports.
- Develop technical calculations and engineering documentation from initial inputs through final deliverables.
- Develop electrical equipment data sheets, specifications, one-lines, low-voltage schematics, and other electrical design documents.
- Apply NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, ANSI/NEMA, PIP, and applicable nuclear engineering requirements to electrical system design.
- Work with designers and drafters to develop and review electrical engineering drawings.
- Recognize, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical design constraints and technical issues.
- Evaluate technical solutions and make engineering recommendations based on technical and economic considerations.
- Review vendor quotations and technical submittals and support equipment procurement and bid-tab evaluations.
- Support small to mid-size projects and proposals, including development of engineering scope, schedules, and deliverables.
- Identify potential changes in engineering scope and develop design modifications while supporting project budget and schedule requirements.
- Perform and lead quality checks of electrical calculations, drawings, and engineering deliverables.
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to integrate electrical designs into the overall plant design.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less-experienced engineers and designers.
- Communicate with project teams, clients, vendors, and other engineering disciplines.
- Maintain reliable attendance, meet deadlines, follow instructions and safety policies, and work overtime and weekends as required.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Voluntary wellness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plans with matching
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
