Lead Engineer - BWRX-300 Plant Electrical Systems

GE Vernova; Markham; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

GE Vernova in Markham, Ontario is seeking an Electrical Engineer responsible for the design and analysis of electrical power systems for the BWRX-300 Small Module Reactor. This includes system architecture, regulatory compliance, and interfacing with grid providers.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a P.Eng. designation, and has over 5 years of experience. The role offers relocation assistance and a salary range between CAD $97,000 and $147,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in heavy and high-reliability industries essential.
• Experience managing electrical systems to nuclear standards.
• Strong Protection and Control experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and integration of safety-related electrical systems.
• Perform complex electrical studies such as load flow and short circuit.
• Prepare electrical engineering deliverables including specifications.

Skills

Electrical power systems design

Complex electrical studies

Regulatory compliance

Grid integration

AutoCAD or MicroStation proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Tools

ETAP software

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Confluence/Atlassian

MATLAB/MathWorks

Job description

Job Description Summary

This role is responsible for the design of electrical power systems supporting the BWRX-300 Small Module Reactor. This involves the design, analysis, procurement and integration of the electrical power systems ranging from the main generator and grid connection, in-plant distribution system down to the end use loads.

The required work location is Markham, Ontario (relocation assistance provided if not already local).

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• System Architecture: Lead the design and integration of SC1/Class 1E (safety-related) and SC2 and SC3 electrical systems, including Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) distribution.
• Analysis & Modeling: Perform complex electrical studies such as load flow, short circuit, motor starting, and protective relay coordination using ETAP software and ANSI/IEC standards.
• Prepare Electrical Engineer Deliverables: Prepare electrical engineering deliverables such as Requirements Specifications, Electrical Load Lists, One-lines, Calculations, Schematics and 3-Line diagrams. Ensure deliverables are on-spec, on-budget, and on-schedule.
• Equipment Specification: Develop detailed procurement specifications for major components, including main transformers, switchgear, diesel generators, and UPS systems and collaborate with suppliers.
• Regulatory Compliance: Navigate regulatory requirements (CA-CNSC and US-NRC), support licensing processes, ensuring all designs meet nuclear-specific standards.
• Grid Integration: Interface with transmission providers to manage Generator Interconnection Agreements and ensure grid stability compliance.
• Compliance with Codes and Standards: Apply codes and standards applicable to electrical systems design in the US and CA (IEEE, IEC, CSA and NEC; European Union equivalents to IEC).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
• 5+ years in heavy and high-reliability industries such as nuclear, power, process, marine, oil & gas, military, etc.

Eligibility Requirements

• The required work location is Markham, Ontario (relocation assistance provided if not already local)
• GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening.

Desired Characteristics

• Master’s degree in Engineering for Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or equivalent year technical degree.
• Ability to design and draft, independently produce finish products using AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Experience using modern digital engineering collaboration and design tools such as:
• Hexagon Smart Electrical (SPEL)
• Content creation (e.g., Confluence/Atlassian)
• Requirements management (e.g., DOORS-NextGen/IBM, MS Team Center)
• Diagram and drawing (Visio/Microsoft, AutoCAD/Autodesk)
• Design and analysis simulation (Easy5/MSC, Simulink-MATLAB/MathWorks, Mathcad/PTC, 3KeyMaster/WSC, ETAP, SKM)
• Change, configuration, document, and BOM management (ENOVIA/Dassault-Systems)

• Strong Protection and Control experience
• Experience with Grid Interface
• Experience with Generator and Larger Power Transformer Protection
• Programming and setting GE-Multilin and SEL Relays

Note: This section lists tools and capabilities as part of the qualifications; candidates should meet the core requirements above.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening.

This position requires access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws. Citizenship requirements are described in the job posting and related legal notices. More information can be found at official government sites as referenced in the original posting.

You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Canada.

Pay range for this position in Canada is CAD $97,000 to $147,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: Discretionary annual bonus. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons. The term Indigenous refers to individuals descended from the original inhabitants of what is now known as Canada (First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit).

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes