Electrical Engineer - Nuclear

Actalent; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking two Electrical Engineers - Nuclear to join their team. This role involves working on Electrical Design Engineering projects for Nuclear Facilities, with responsibilities including design, testing, and integration of major electrical power systems. Candidates with a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in the nuclear field will find this opportunity offers stability and potential for impactful contributions to client projects.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Qualifications

• 1 to 7 years of experience on Nuclear or Power Plant projects.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, preparation, and integration of major electrical power equipment.
• Prepare engineering calculations and electrical control circuit designs.
• Perform tests and research problems through technical information.

Skills

Instrumentation & Controls

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD Software

Job description

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We are actively hiring 2 Electrical Engineers to support Electrical Design Engineering Projects for Nuclear Facilities. These engineers will work with a dynamic, cross-functional team to support modifications on existing Power Generation Facilities and Plant Electrical Systems for leading Energy Providers across the United States. This role offers the opportunity to engage in the design, preparation, and integration of major electrical power equipment, while providing support to engineering teams on a variety of client projects. This position is open due to an increase in project demand, and this team has 5+ years of backlogged projects that will offer long-term stability. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with relevant experience to work with some of the best and brightest engineers in the industry while making a significant impact in their field.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, preparation, and integration of major electrical power equipment.
• Prepare engineering calculations and electrical control circuit designs.
• Perform tests and research problems through various sources of technical information.
• Design or modify components and determine the intent of a specification or instruction.
• Make recommendations on the acceptability of materials supplied and work completed by contractors.
• Provide support to engineering teams on a variety of client projects.
• Occasional travel to client offices, vendor offices, and plant sites as needed and/or interested.
  
  

Project Types

• Voltage Regulator Projects
• Turbine Control Upgrades
• Plant Process Computer Replacements
• Instant Air Compressors at Power Plants
• Physical Security and System Upgrades - Replacing
• Technology Refresh and Firewall Replacements at existing clients
• Instrumentation Upgrades and Modifications for Nuclear Power Plants
• General Modifications and Upgrades to existing equipment and facilities
  
  

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
• 1 to 7 years of Instrumentation & Controls experience on Nuclear or Power Plant projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAD Software
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with ability to quickly learn new concept
  
  

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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