Electrical Engineer I - Power Plant Upgrades

Zachry Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Engineer I to support power plant upgrades, modifications, and new generation projects. You will work on engineering analyses, calculations, design development, and system modifications within multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.

The role involves field support, travel to client sites, and collaboration with senior engineers. Education includes a BS in Electrical Engineering; FE exam is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 0-2 years of engineering experience.
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution systems, switchgear, MCCs, load flow calculations, and short-circuit analysis.
• FE Exam completion is preferred.
• Nuclear power industry experience is a plus.
• Experience with ETAP and SKM Power Tools for modeling and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and design activities for power plant projects.
• Assist with engineering studies, calculations, and technical evaluations.
• Apply established engineering standards, methods, and procedures.
• Support development of design modifications and technical solutions.
• Prepare engineering documentation and project deliverables.
• Participate in project meetings and technical discussions.
• Assist with project planning and execution activities.
• Perform field support, including equipment walkdowns, testing, troubleshooting, and startup activities.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Switchgear

MCCs

Load flow

Short-circuit analysis

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

ABET-accredited university

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

Job description

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Engineer I to support power plant upgrades, modifications, and new generation projects. You will work on engineering analyses, calculations, design development, and system modifications within multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.

The role involves field support, travel to client sites, and collaboration with senior engineers. Education includes a BS in Electrical Engineering; FE exam is preferred.