Electrical Engineer – LV Power Distribution

Valar Atomics • Orangeville, UT

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About The Position

Valar Atomics is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of low-voltage electrical systems for nuclear fuel manufacturing facilities. The role contributes to LV system design, power system studies, equipment selection, drawings, specifications, and field support, working closely with senior electrical engineers and multidisciplinary teams. It offers hands-on experience with complex electrical systems and first-of-a-kind industrial facilities in the nuclear industry.

The position is part of the Electrical Engineering team within the broader Fuel Manufacturing engineering group. The team delivers electrical infrastructure for Valar’s fuel manufacturing facilities, including process-area LV distribution, motor control, and emergency power. The engineer collaborates with I&C, mechanical, civil, structural, and nuclear safety engineers and supports design reviews, installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• At least 1 year of electrical engineering experience, preferably in industrial, process, power generation, or other complex facilities.
• Understanding of LV electrical distribution systems and fundamental electrical engineering principles.
• Familiarity with power system analysis software such as SKM Power Tools, ETAP, EasyPower, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with electrical design deliverables, including single-line diagrams, load lists, equipment specifications, cable schedules, and electrical layouts.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, ANSI, and NEMA standards.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).

Nice To Haves

• EIT designation or active pursuit thereof.
• Experience with LV switchboards, MCCs, VFDs, UPS systems, or standby power systems.
• Experience performing or supporting short-circuit, arc-flash, or protective-device coordination studies.
• Familiarity with hazardous-location classification and static electricity control (NFPA 77).
• Experience with industrial control panel design or review to UL 508A or IEC 61439.
• Experience with DC systems and battery sizing.
• Familiarity with nuclear quality requirements (e.g., ASME NQA-1) or nuclear fuel facility design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical load lists and support power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, motor starting, and harmonic analysis.
• Support arc-flash hazard analysis and labeling in accordance with IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E.
• Support LV grounding and bonding design in accordance with NEC Article 250 and IEEE 142.
• Assist with sizing and selection of LV switchboards, MCCs, panelboards, dry-type transformers, cables, bus duct, VFDs, UPS systems, batteries, and standby generators.
• Develop and update single-line diagrams for LV distribution systems, from the unit substation secondary through MCCs and final distribution equipment.
• Prepare and maintain electrical equipment layouts, cable schedules, tray routing, and duct bank designs.
• Support specifications and data sheets for LV electrical equipment and industrial control panels to UL 508A / IEC 61439.
• Support electrical area classification drawings and equipment selection for hazardous locations in accordance with NEC Articles 500/505 or IEC 60079.
• Assist with LV protective device coordination studies, time-current curves, and breaker trip unit settings.
• Develop and review electrical drawings, including MCC control wiring diagrams, DC control schematics, panel arrangements, and distribution details.
• Support technical evaluations of electrical equipment and vendor bids, and review vendor drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Support electrical installation specifications and participate in pre-commissioning and commissioning, including insulation resistance testing, continuity checks, trip unit testing, and equipment energization.
• Coordinate with I&C engineers on motor, VFD, and control interfaces, and with civil and structural engineers on equipment foundations, cable routing, and penetrations.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, constructability reviews, and other multidisciplinary engineering activities; help resolve technical questions from vendors, contractors, and field teams.
• Prepare engineering calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications under the direction of senior electrical engineers, applying applicable codes and standards.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Unlimited PTO
• Free daily lunch
• Generous PPE stipend
• High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement
• Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders
• The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level