Senior Engineer - Plant Electrical Systems Design

GE Vernova; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer specializing in Plant Electrical Systems Design. This role focuses on designing electric power distribution systems for advanced nuclear reactors, ensuring compliance with rigorous safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in heavy industries, strong analytical skills, and a professional engineering license. Join a progressive team that values continuous improvement and safety culture, while contributing to innovative projects in the nuclear power sector. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Continuous Improvement Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in heavy/high-reliability industries.
• Professional Engineering license (P.Eng) in Ontario or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engineering solutions for electric power distribution systems.
• Collaborate across disciplines to meet performance and reliability goals.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mathematical Modeling

Simulation Software

Project Management

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

ETAP

CAD Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Engineer - Plant Electrical Systems Design

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Job Description Summary

Design of plant electric power distribution systems (EPDS), including nuclear (NI), turbine island (TI), balance of plant (BOP), and interface to switchyard and grid. Scope covers safety-related (S-R), Safety Class 1 (SC1), augmented quality (SC2 and SC3), and nonsafety-related (NSR) systems for advanced light water reactors (ALWR) such as BWRX-300 and advanced liquid metal reactors (ALMR) like Natrium, for commercial nuclear power plants and test facilities. Focuses on analytical aspects of electrical systems discipline, including technical leadership and process ownership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engineering solutions for EPDS.
• Apply electrical theory, mathematical modeling, and simulation to design electrical systems, ensuring power flow balance, system optimization, and coordination across voltage levels.
• Design AC and DC electrical systems and components, including generators, transformers, switchgear, protective relays, control systems, and associated infrastructure.
• Support development of grid connection applications and design protection/control system components.
• Lead or support design phases from FEED to detailed final design, maintaining rigorous data management and documentation.
• Collaborate across disciplines to meet performance and reliability goals, using FMEA, PRA, and modern techniques.
• Support regulatory certification, procurement, and supplier oversight, ensuring compliance and safety standards.
• Establish and maintain relationships with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Review and verify supplier deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
• Perform trade-off studies for technical and cost optimization.
• Develop project work plans, monitor progress, and ensure deliverables meet quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Promote continuous improvement and safety culture within the team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of experience in heavy/high-reliability industries (nuclear, power, marine, oil & gas, military).
• Extensive knowledge of electrical standards (IEEE, IEC, NFPA) and experience applying them.
• Experience with electrical equipment design, modeling, simulation, and qualification.
• Proficiency with digital tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CAD, databases, simulation software).
• Experience with dynamic modeling (ETAP) and grid interface design.
• Professional Engineering license (P.Eng) in Ontario or equivalent.

Preferred Characteristics

• Master’s degree and PE certification preferred.
• Experience with digital collaboration tools, equipment qualification, and compliance with NERC/NPCC standards.
• Strong communication, technical writing, leadership, and project management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Agile, LEAN, FMEA, DFSS, DFR, and related methodologies.

Legal authorization to work in Canada is required. Additional considerations include U.S. export control laws and preference for Indigenous persons. Relocation assistance is provided.