Electrical Design Engineer - Plant Vogtle

Progressive / SThree Group; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialist Staffing Group seeks an Electrical and Instrumentation Nuclear Design Engineer to support a major power uprate at Vogtle Electric Generating Plant. The role focuses on electrical systems, instrumentation and control components with field-ready design delivery.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in electrical engineering, 5+ years in nuclear design or regulated environments, and experience with ETAP, ANSYS, and STAAD. On-site five days a week through mid-2028.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of nuclear plant design or highly regulated design experience.
• Familiarity with post-2018 nuclear design process.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with engineering analysis tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work across teams.
• Eligible for unescorted access to a nuclear facility.
• Preferred: PE license or advanced certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support design efforts for plant modifications related to power uprate.
• Perform and verify engineering analyses and calculations (electrical and mechanical).
• Serve as a frontline design checker for internal and external deliverables.
• Interface with design providers and plant personnel to gather input and ensure alignment.
• Utilize ETAP, ANSYS, STAAD or Stroodle for design work.
• Support procurement through early-stage evaluations and PO initiation.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and design engineers across disciplines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Communication

Initiative

Nuclear design experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

ANSYS

STAAD

Stroodle

Job description

Job Description

Electrical and Instrumentation Nuclear Design Engineer

Vogtle Electric Generating Plant

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Nuclear Design Engineer to support a major power uprate initiative at the Vogtle Electric Generating Plant. This role will be instrumental in executing critical design changes to increase electrical output, with a focus on electrical systems, instrumentation, and control components.

The ideal candidate will bring strong nuclear design experience, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to translate technical requirements into practical, field-ready solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support design efforts for plant modifications related to power uprate, including but not limited to:

• Moisture Separator Reheaters
• Heater Drain Tank Pump Motors
• Setpoint and instrumentation changes

Perform and verify engineering analyses and calculations (electrical and mechanical).

Serve as a frontline design checker for internal and external design deliverables.

Interface with design providers (equipment vendors, architect-engineering firms) and plant personnel to gather input and ensure alignment.

Utilize tools such as ETAP (electrical), ANSYS (mechanical), and STAAD or Stroodle (civil).

Support procurement efforts by completing early-stage evaluations to enable timely purchase orders.

Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Implementation Engineers, and Design Engineers across disciplines.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

Minimum 5 years of experience in nuclear plant design or a highly regulated design environment.

Familiarity with the nuclear industry's standardized design process (post-2018 implementation).

Strong analytical skills and experience with engineering analysis tools.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work across teams and disciplines.

Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness in solving complex design challenges.

Must be eligible for unescorted access to a nuclear facility.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience supporting power uprate projects.

Familiarity with both electrical and instrumentation/control systems.

Professional Engineer (PE) license or advanced certifications.

Work Environment & On-Site Expectations

Ongoing: 5 days/week on-site.

Note: Remote-only candidates will not be considered. On-site presence is essential for collaboration and field support.

Contract Duration

Primary Phase: Through mid-2028.

Extension Potential: Top performers may be retained through 2029, with potential for continued support into 2030.

Top 3 Must-Haves

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Resourcefulness and initiative in navigating complex design environments.
• Proven experience in nuclear or highly regulated design engineering.

Not Considered

• Candidates previously denied access to a nuclear facility.
• Candidates unwilling to work on-site as required.

EOE Statement

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.