Electrical/I&C Engineer

MS Technology; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

MS Technology, Inc. is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation & I&C Engineer to support nuclear engineering and technology projects in Oak Ridge, TN. On-site role with responsibility for design, development, testing, and implementation of electrical and I&C systems for complex facilities.

Qualified candidates will have a BS in Electrical Engineering, NQA-1 experience, and the ability to obtain/maintain a DOE Q clearance. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• State licensure as Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain).
• Bachelor's degree with entry-level or combined education/experience options.
• Master's degree or equivalent; or 4–10 years related experience.
• Nuclear related design experience or familiarity (NQA-1, NRTL).
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems at various voltages.
• Experience with ETAP or SKM Power Tools for power analysis.
• P&ID interpretation and instrumentation datasheet preparation.
• Control system design experience (PLC, DCS) with Rockwell/AB, Siemens.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain DOE Q clearance.
• Proficiency with design standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, ISA).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for nuclear and industrial facilities.
• Produce deliverables: one-line diagrams, control schematics, wiring diagrams, I&C logic diagrams, and specs.
• Model power systems and perform load flow, short-circuit, and arc‑flash analyses.
• Ensure designs comply with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, ISA and related standards.
• Assist with configuration management, technical reviews, and design verification.
• Support construction, testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and assist with estimating efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers when in a senior role.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems analysis

P&ID interpretation

Instrumentation selection

Control systems design

NQA-1 / nuclear compliance

DOE Q clearance readiness

Teamwork and mentoring

Education

ABET‑accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure / ability to obtain

Master's degree or 4–10 years related experience

Tools

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

OrCAD

Simulink

PSPICE

Job description

MS Technology, Inc. is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to support our client in Oak Ridge, TN on nuclear engineering and technology projects. Candidates with an active Q Clearance will be given priority.

The selected candidate will support the design, development, testing, and implementation of electrical and instrumentation & control (I&C) systems for complex nuclear and industrial facilities. The role includes responsibility for engineering deliverables, interfacing with clients and project teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Location: On-Site in Oak Ridge, TN

Salary: Depending on Experience

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical power systems, instrumentation, and control systems for DOE and commercial nuclear projects.
• Provide engineering deliverables, including:
  • One-line diagrams, control schematics, wiring diagrams
  • Instrumentation and control logic diagrams
  • Equipment specifications and calculations (e.g., load flow, voltage drop, short circuit, arc flash)
  • Cable schedules and material take-offs
• Perform power systems modeling and analysis using software tools like ETAP or SKM.
• Ensure designs are compliant with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, ISA, and other applicable standards.
• Participate in configuration management, technical reviews, and design verification.
• Support construction, testing, startup, and troubleshooting activities as needed.
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, structural, and systems engineering.
• Assist with estimating and scheduling engineering efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers, if in a senior role.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• State of Tennessee Professional Engineer Licensure (or ability to obtain one)
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Entry-level positions).
• Master's degree or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Mid-level positions).
• Nuclear related design (NQA-1, NRTL, etc.)
• Proficient knowledge of electrical distribution systems at various voltages (120 VAC, 480VAC, 4160VAC, and 13KV)
• Experience with power analysis design software (ETAP, or SKM Power Tools)
• Piping & Instrumentation (P&ID) interpretation
• Capable with Instrumentation selection and datasheet preparation
• Proficient at Control System Design (PLC, DCS) (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a DOE "Q" clearance (active clearance preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Experience with DOE or commercial nuclear facilities.
• Proficiency with tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, PSPICE, OrCAD, Simulink.
• Familiarity with industrial controls, embedded systems, and system integration.
• Strong communication, technical writing, and teamwork skills.

Additional Skills

• Excellent customer service and communications skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to deal with conflicts and stressful situations.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks to completion.
• Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint.

Benefits

• All eligible employees enjoy an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, short/long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off including holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

EEO Statement

MSTI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. MSTI is an E-Verify employer. If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [e-mail].

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