Electrical Engineer III

Zachry Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. seeks an experienced engineer to provide technical support across the engineering lifecycle for power generation projects.

You will evaluate existing plant systems, develop engineering solutions, and contribute to safety, reliability, and performance improvements. The role offers opportunities to advance technical expertise while supporting critical infrastructure projects within the nuclear industry, with field walkdowns, client coordination, and travel to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program.
• Minimum 4 years of engineering experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical power distribution systems.
• Familiarity with switchgear, MCCs, circuit breakers, power distribution equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical load flow calculations, voltage drop calculations, short-circuit analysis.
• Experience preparing complete engineering project documents within area of expertise.
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Nuclear power industry experience.
• Experience supporting nuclear plant projects.
• Field engineering experience in power generation environments.
• Electrical system modeling and analysis experience using ETAP and SKM Power Tools.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and design efforts for power plant modifications and new construction projects.
• Apply established engineering methods, standards, procedures, and design practices.
• Perform engineering calculations, analyses, and evaluations.
• Assist with development of design modifications and technical solutions.
• Prepare engineering documentation and project deliverables.
• Support design reviews and technical evaluations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ABET/EAC-accredited)

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Working under the guidance of senior engineering staff, this role provides technical support throughout the engineering lifecycle, including evaluations, calculations, design development, and project execution. The successful candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess existing plant systems, develop engineering solutions, and contribute to projects that improve plant safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance.

This position is ideal for an experienced engineer looking to further develop technical expertise while supporting critical infrastructure projects within the power generation industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering Design & Analysis

• Support engineering and design efforts for power plant modifications and new construction projects.
• Apply established engineering methods, standards, procedures, and design practices.
• Perform engineering calculations, analyses, and evaluations.
• Assist with development of design modifications and technical solutions.
• Prepare engineering documentation and project deliverables.
• Support design reviews and technical evaluations.

Electrical System Engineering

• Evaluate and support electrical power distribution systems, including:
  • Switchgear
  • Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
  • Circuit breakers
  • Associated electrical equipment
• Perform or support:
  • Load flow studies
  • Voltage drop calculations
  • Short-circuit calculations
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve system reliability and performance.

Project Support

• Support multiple engineering projects simultaneously.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, and other engineering disciplines.
• Participate in project planning, meetings, and technical discussions.
• Help ensure projects are completed according to schedule and quality standards.

Field Support

• Participate in plant walkdowns and field investigations.
• Verify equipment configurations and existing conditions.
• Support construction, installation, testing, and commissioning activities as required.
• Travel to client sites for project support and field assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program.

Experience

• Minimum 4 years of engineering experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical power distribution systems.
• Familiarity with:
  • Switchgear
  • Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
  • Circuit breakers
  • Power distribution equipment
• Knowledge of:
  • Electrical load flow calculations
  • Voltage drop calculations
  • Short-circuit analysis
• Experience preparing complete engineering project documents within area of expertise.

Relevant knowledge may be demonstrated through a combination of academic achievement and professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.

Experience

• Nuclear power industry experience.
• Experience supporting nuclear plant projects.
• Field engineering experience in power generation environments.
• Electrical system modeling and analysis experience using:
  • ETAP
  • SKM Power Tools

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Electrical power system analysis
• Engineering calculations and design
• Technical document preparation
• Engineering evaluation and troubleshooting
• Electrical system modeling and analysis

Professional Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective presentation skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Software Proficiency

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities.
• Pass required security screenings and drug testing.
• Perform equipment and system walkdowns in industrial environments.
• Climb ladders and navigate elevated work areas.
• Access security-controlled locations.
• Enter confined spaces and controlled hazardous areas when required.
• Travel periodically to client locations and project sites.
• Work overtime as needed to support project and outage schedules.

Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. If applicable to the position, the capability of a candidate to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration by Zachry Nuclear in its hiring processes.

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. maintains a drug free workplace.

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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