Staff Electrical Engineer

The Nuclear Company•Columbia, SC

3d•$150,000 - $173,000

About The Position

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing AI tech-enabled startup in the nuclear and energy space, pioneering a fleet-scale approach to building the next generation of nuclear reactors. Through our design-once, build-many model, we're accelerating the deployment of safe, reliable, and affordable nuclear energy. We operate with an AI-first mindset. Every employee is expected to leverage AI, technology, and the Nuclear Operating System (NOS) as integral components of their role to improve the quality, speed, and impact of their work. We expect every team member to continuously identify opportunities to automate workflows, enhance decision-making, improve processes, and contribute to the ongoing evolution of NOS as a strategic operating capability that enables The Nuclear Company to scale with excellence. We hire people who are driven by purpose, thrive in ambiguity, and are energized by building what has never been built before. Our team combines intellectual curiosity with high agency, embraces candid feedback and continuous learning, and holds themselves and others to exceptional standards. Our values—Transparency, Responsibility, Unity, Scrappy, and Tenacity—guide how we hire, collaborate, and make decisions every day. They are not words on a wall; they are the standard by which we operate. TRUST is the foundation of our safety culture, fostering intellectual honesty, accountability, and open communication, while our values challenge every team member to execute with urgency, humility, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to our mission. About the role The Staff Electrical Engineer will be a technical lead responsible for designing, analyzing, and maintaining complex electrical systems and components for nuclear power plants (operating or a new build) or advanced reactor projects. They will work with a multi-discipline team of engineers in the design, analysis, and evaluation of systems and components using engineering software, including support to lead engineers. They apply advanced engineering principles and engineering codes & standards, such as IEEE, to develop solutions that meet strict safety, regulatory, and quality standards. They will resolve technical issues for operating nuclear power plants, new plants, and other nuclear and non-nuclear projects. This role supports Corporate initiatives as well as ongoing construction projects.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET Accredited University.
Engineering in Training (EIT) license.
8+ years of engineering experience
Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices.
Proficiency in ETAP or SKM software for electrical modeling, along with proficiency in engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS).
Familiarity with NQA-1, IEEE and NEI standards
Must be capable of obtaining security clearance for unescorted access to a nuclear station
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Power industry (e.g., nuclear power plant or nuclear construction) experience is a plus
Professional Engineer license is a plus.
Previous causal analysis experience is a plus
Previous qualified standard design experience is a plus
AI/ML-Assisted Engineering Analysis: Experience leveraging AI/ML tools to accelerate engineering calculations (e.g., short circuit, arc flash, load flow) or to identify patterns in equipment performance data for predictive maintenance and failure analysis
Automated Document Review & Quality Assurance: Experience using AI-powered tools for automated review of vendor documentation, technical specifications, or engineering modification packages to improve quality, consistency, and turnaround time.

Responsibilities

Design and analysis of electrical components and systems.
Prepare engineering calculations (e.g., short circuit, arc flash, relay settings), drawings and specifications.
Prepare or review engineering modification packages
Provide technical guidance to junior engineering staff
Diagnose electrical equipment failures, support root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
Review vendor documentation and technical specifications.
Participate in design reviews and technical meetings.
Interface with engineers in other disciplines such as civil/structural, mechanical, and instrumentation and controls (I&C).
Support the implementation of quality assurance and quality control programs.
Prepare technical reports and documentation.
Recommend equipment, develop new concepts and techniques to improve performance, simplify construction, reduce costs, correct design or material flaws, or comply with changes in codes or regulations.