R&D Engineer 3 (Electrical Design)

NuScale Power, LLC

About The Position

This position is responsible for the design engineering of electrical systems, overseeing and coordinating work with designated subcontractors. The role requires excellent knowledge of functional disciplines, their practical application, and applicable industry codes and regulations. The engineer will make technical decisions regarding electrical systems to ensure compliance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, RTOs, and ISOs requirements. This role reports to the Computational Innovation Manager within the Office of Technology group.

Requirements

A minimum of a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required, with an emphasis in power systems analysis preferred
A minimum of 5 years of experience in the commercial power industry with focus on design or systems engineering is required
Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810
Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers
Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment
The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation

Nice To Haves

Professional engineer (P.E.) license registration and/or advanced degree is preferred
Knowledge of electric power distribution, load following, dynamic Data Center power demand, energy storage
Familiar with Grid-Forming Control, Grid-Following Control and EPMS
Extensive experience using ETAP to perform Microgrid Power System Analysis, distribution network analysis, load flow, short-circuit, protective relaying and coordination analysis
Experience with I&C systems for steam generation, steam valves, safety systems and integration of closed-loop SCADA controlled systems applied to turbo-machinery and industrial processes
Experience supporting cross-functional teams including diverse engineering disciplines, operations, maintenance, planning, etc.
Participation with industry standards associations or working groups
Demonstrated project management skills

Responsibilities

Coordinates the design of electrical systems for microgrids and Data Centers
Establishes and reviews project requirements, develops project schedules, and coordinates their implementation
Creates and reviews electrical system design work products such as, one-line diagrams, equipment requirement specifications, functional specifications, system design descriptions, engineering studies, engineering reports, Inspection, Test, Analysis & Acceptance Criteria (ITAAC), and associated calculations
Performs interdisciplinary review of work products of interfacing disciplines and owner review/acceptance of subcontractor work products
Performs other duties as assigned