Electrical Engineer (VFDs)

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer-(VFDs) to support the Savannah River Site in Aiken, SC. The role focuses on motors, VFDs, MCCs, and power distribution with responsibility for design upgrades, testing, and safety analysis.

Requirements include a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and 5–20 years of related experience, preferably with nuclear/DOE facilities. The position is on-site at the Savannah River Site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering required
• 5–20 years in electrical engineering
• Experience with industrial electrical systems (VFDs, MCCs, low-voltage distribution)
• Nuclear/ DOE site experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for motors, VFDs, MCCs, and low-voltage power distribution systems.
• Review and approve system design changes/modifications.
• Oversee system operations, testing, and maintenance.
• Perform engineering calculations and develop reports.
• Resolve corrective actions and deficiencies in tracking system.

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for an Electrical Engineer-(VFDs) opportunity to support the Savannah River Site.

Work Location: Aiken, SC

Duties

• Provide engineering support for motors, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Motor Control Centers (MCCs), and low-voltage power distribution systems, including troubleshooting, performance evaluations, upgrades, testing, and maintenance activities.
• Design and upgrade facility systems and components.
• Review and approve system design changes/modifications.
• Oversee assigned system operations, testing, and maintenance.
• Ensure operation of assigned system is within established operating limits and safety analysis.
• Review changes to the plant configuration (i.e., modifications, design change notices) to determine impact to design of the facility, safety basis assumptions or analysis, facility operations, and facility operating procedures.
• Perform Engineering Evaluations of equipment and systems for performance, safety, and deficiencies.
• Perform calculations and develop engineering calculation reports.
• Provide support to resolve any corrective actions or deficiency identified in the corrective action tracking system related to engineering assignments.
• Physical ability to perform system walk-downs in the field including but not limited to, climbing ladders within facility.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Nuclear, chemical or wastewater facility experience.
• A minimum of five (5) to twenty (20) years’ experience related to engineering discipline (electrical) and/or field/system engineering.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems including motors, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Motor Control Centers (MCCs), and low-voltage power distribution systems (600V and below).
• Experience troubleshooting, evaluating, specifying, or modifying VFD-controlled motor systems in an operating industrial, chemical, wastewater, nuclear, or manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Design or Facility Electrical Engineering experience to include electrical equipment specifications, calculation software and hands-on equipment and/or procurement experience OR experience in low voltage electrical distribution (less than 600 V), motors, VFDs, MCCs, and coordination studies.
• Working knowledge of NQA-1 requirements applicable to specifications and design.
• Previous SRS or another DOE site experience
• Working knowledge of 10 CFR 830.

Other Job Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.
• Working knowledge of National Codes and Standards.

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.