Staff Electrical Engineer

Valar Atomics•Orangeville, UT

About The Position

Valar Atomics is seeking an electrical engineer to lead the design and delivery of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems for nuclear fuel manufacturing facilities. The role has principal technical authority for the electrical discipline, setting engineering standards, directing power system studies, leading substation and protection design, managing vendor programs, and engaging directly with clients and regulatory bodies. The position is part of the IC&E Engineering team within the Fuel Manufacturing engineering group. The team delivers electrical infrastructure for fuel manufacturing facilities, from utility interconnection through medium-voltage distribution, process-area low-voltage systems, and emergency power. The engineer will collaborate with I&C, mechanical, and nuclear safety engineers in a technically demanding environment emphasizing precision and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering.
At least 8 years of progressive electrical engineering experience, including demonstrated leadership of complex medium- and low-voltage design programs.
Advanced proficiency with power system analysis software such as SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or equivalent, covering load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, and motor starting.
Demonstrated ability to lead substation design from concept through detailed engineering.
Deep knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, CSA, and IEC electrical standards for industrial and process facilities.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Nice To Haves

EIT designation or P.Eng./P.E. registration, or active pursuit thereof.
Experience with nuclear facility electrical design and nuclear classification requirements, including IEEE 384 and CSA N290.7.
Familiarity with seismically qualified electrical equipment and IEEE 344.
Experience with IEC 61850 substation automation and protection communication.
Experience with DC systems and battery sizing, including IEEE 485/1115.
Experience with utility interconnection studies and PPA technical interface requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain electrical load lists and perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, motor starting, and harmonic analysis.
Prepare arc flash hazard analyses and substation grounding calculations; size transformers, cables, switchgear buses, capacitor banks, and UPS and battery systems.
Develop single-line diagrams for medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, as well as equipment arrangements, layouts, cable schedules, tray routing, and underground duct bank designs.
Specify electrical equipment, including switchgear, switchboards, MCCs, panelboards, transformers, bus ducts, VFDs, UPS systems, and standby generators.
Prepare electrical area classification drawings and specify hazardous-area equipment to applicable NEC/CEC or IEC standards.
Prepare protection relay settings studies and time-current coordination plots; specify relays and metering equipment; develop relay panel arrangements, DC control schematics, and MCC control wiring diagrams.
Prepare equipment technical specifications and data sheets; evaluate vendor bids; review vendor drawings, type test reports, and quality plans; and witness factory acceptance tests.
Lead vendor pre-qualification, technical bid evaluations, and award recommendations for major electrical packages; manage vendor document reviews and lead factory audits for safety-related or nuclear-classified equipment.
Prepare electrical installation specifications and support pre-commissioning activities, including insulation testing, continuity checks, relay secondary injection, and equipment energization.
Respond to site technical queries.
Coordinate with I&C engineers on motor and drive control interfaces and with civil and structural disciplines on substation layouts and cable penetration requirements.
Mentor and develop junior electrical engineers.
Represent the electrical discipline at design reviews, HAZOP studies, AHJ meetings, and regulatory interactions.
Direct contractors and consultants on electrical scope, including work assignments, technical reviews, and deliverable oversight.

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.
Opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up.