Engineer in Power Electricity

Syngenia SA; Arrondissement de Tours; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Global projects

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Syngenia SA seeks a senior electrical power engineer to lead the electrical design for construction projects in nuclear power plants, with a focus on Small Modular Reactors (SMR). You will manage calculation software-based design, renovation studies, and equipment specifications across MV/LV systems, cabling, and safety-related components.

You will act as Contract Owner, handling tenders, bid analyses, negotiations, and contract awards while coordinating with other disciplines and ensuring

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience for a Medior position or 12 years for a Senior position in electrical engineering.
• Experience in nuclear power electrical systems and knowledge of nuclear safety functions is preferred.
• Proficient in French with good command of English.
• Willingness to travel regularly to Lyon or Tours in France.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical power aspects for construction projects in nuclear power plants, focusing on SMR.
• Design electrical systems, perform calculations, and conduct renovation/optimization studies per local and international standards.
• Define equipment ratings and specifications for generators, transformers, motors, and electrical boards.
• Act as Contract Owner, manage tenders, bid analyses, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Oversee interfaces with other technical disciplines and ensure contract follow-up throughout execution.
• Participate in factory tests, supervise on-site assembly, and support commissioning tests.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Nuclear safety functions

Project management

French

English

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering

Tools

Calculation software

CAD/CAE tools

Job description

• You are able to manage the various aspects relating to electrical power for construction projects in nuclear power plants, with a specific focus on Small Modular Reactors (SMR).
• You take charge of the design of electrical systems, use calculation software, and perform renovation and optimization studies in compliance with local and international standards and regulations.
• You define equipment ratings, technical specifications and the overall design of electrical systems, including generators, generator protections, generator breakers, power transformers, MV and LV motors, AC and DC electrical boards, DC and Safe AC systems, emergency diesel generating sets and cabling.
• You act as Contract Owner and take charge of invitations to tender, technical and commercial bid analysis, negotiations and contract awards for the supply of electrical equipment and services.
• You oversee the management of interfaces with other technical disciplines.
• You ensure the technical and commercial follow-up of contracts throughout their execution.
• You participate in factory tests, supervise on-site assembly activities and support commissioning tests for electrical equipment and systems.
• You monitor market developments, industry best practices, as well as advancements in electrical and nuclear standards and regulatory requirements.
• You contribute to the continuous improvement of methods and engineering practices used in the electrical engineering field for nuclear generation units.

Mission

• You are able to manage the various aspects relating to electrical power for construction projects in nuclear power plants, with a specific focus on Small Modular Reactors (SMR).
• You take charge of the design of electrical systems, use calculation software, and perform renovation and optimization studies in compliance with local and international standards and regulations.
• You define equipment ratings, technical specifications and the overall design of electrical systems, including generators, generator protections, generator breakers, power transformers, MV and LV motors, AC and DC electrical boards, DC and Safe AC systems, emergency diesel generating sets and cabling.
• You act as Contract Owner and take charge of invitations to tender, technical and commercial bid analysis, negotiations and contract awards for the supply of electrical equipment and services.
• You oversee the management of interfaces with other technical disciplines.
• You ensure the technical and commercial follow-up of contracts throughout their execution.
• You participate in factory tests, supervise on-site assembly activities and support commissioning tests for electrical equipment and systems.
• You monitor market developments, industry best practices, as well as advancements in electrical and nuclear standards and regulatory requirements.
• You contribute to the continuous improvement of methods and engineering practices used in the electrical engineering field for nuclear generation units.

Profile

• You hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering.
• You have at least 5 years of experience for a Medior position or 12 years of experience for a Senior position in the electrical field.
• You ideally have experience in nuclear power electrical systems, including the classification and qualification of nuclear safety functions.
• You have a strong interest in the analysis and development of solutions for a wide range of technical challenges related to electrical power systems.
• You are proficient in French and have a good command of English.
• You are motivated and able to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• You place customer satisfaction at the heart of your day-to-day activities and decisions.
• You demonstrate a dynamic personality combined with a proactive and innovative approach to your work.
• You are independent, rigorous and possess a strong sense of responsibility.
• You have experience working on complex projects and proven ability to manage relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• You are mobile and willing to travel regularly to Lyon or Tours in France.
• For the Senior role:
  • You have extensive experience in the electrical power engineering domain.
  • You have a very good theoretical understanding of stationary and transient electrical laws and phenomena.
  • You have in-depth knowledge of various electrical systems, ageing mechanisms and related technical aspects.
  • You are able to understand and interpret interactions between electrical and mechanical systems.

Offer

Working at Syngenia or for its partners means putting your talent and expertise to use. We offer you the opportunity to work on challenging projects around the world, advising clients with your knowledge. Together with your colleagues, you will have the chance to invest in your career. In addition, you can count on a comprehensive salary package, in line with your skills and experience. Join the global engineering network today and become a consultant at Syngenia.