Lead Electrical and I&C Engineer

Blue Energy; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Energy is seeking a Lead Electrical and I&C Engineer to perform advanced technical problem solving in support of nuclear plant operations. This role requires on-site leadership in installation, testing, troubleshooting, and handover on power generation projects.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in electrical and I&C for power generation, with at least 5 years in field construction/commissioning of gas turbine or combined cycle plants, and deep familiarity with OEM systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in electrical and I&C for power generation; 5+ years field construction/commissioning.
• Deep familiarity with rotating machinery and HRSG/turbine controls.
• Experience with OEM systems (GE Mark VIe, Siemens SPPA-T3000, Emerson Ovation).

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering analysis, activities, and programs.
• Identify and resolve equipment and system problems.
• Oversee task management for engineering issues.
• Guide installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical and I&C systems.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, IEC, and QA/QC.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Instrumentation & Control

Field construction

Gas turbine

HRSG controls

OEM systems

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

GE Mark VIe

Siemens SPPA-T3000

Emerson Ovation

Job description

Company Overview

Blue Energy’s mission is to unlock energy abundance, energy affordability, energy security, and turn‑key decarbonization by developing the fastest path to deploying new nuclear MWs at scale. We are utilizing shipyard manufacturing supply chains and techniques from offshore oil and wind to reduce the cost of nuclear plants by over 60% and the manufacturing timeline to 24 months. Blue Energy is a platform technology that makes use of the latest NRC‑approved reactors and is in negotiations with existing nuclear and industrial sites, enabling a much faster regulatory pathway to deploy our first unit. With our innovative centralized shipyard manufacturing approach, we can put nuclear power on a cost‑reduction learning curve akin to wind, solar, and lithium‑ion batteries.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Lead Electrical and I&C Engineer to perform advanced technical/ engineering problem solving in support of nuclear plant operations. This role requires in‑depth technical knowledge and on‑site leadership in executing electrical and I&C system installation, testing, troubleshooting, and handover on power generation projects.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Provide in‑depth technical expertise to develop, manage, and implement engineering analysis, activities, and programs.

• Provide technical expertise and consultation through direct involvement to identify and resolve equipment and system problems.

• Provide complete task management of engineering issues.

• Perform engineering tasks as assigned by supervision applying engineering principles

• Accountable for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work ensuring proper configuration management and assuring that standard design criteria, practices, procedures, and codes are used in preparation of plans and specifications.

• Perform independent research, reviews, studies, and analyses in support of technical projects and programs.

• Recommend equipment, new concepts, and techniques to improve performance, simplify construction, reduce costs, correct design, or material flaws, or comply with changes in codes and regulations.

• Provide detailed engineering support for electrical and I&C systems including high‑voltage/low‑voltage power distribution, generator protection, control systems, DCS, PLCs, SCADA, and field instrumentation.

• Interpret and validate design drawings, single‑line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control logic.

• Evaluate vendor documents for electrical equipment, I&C devices, and control panels; interface with OEMs.

• Support site construction teams with technical guidance on equipment installation, cable routing, terminations, grounding, and loop checks.

• Ensure construction is in compliance with design specs, safety standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, IEC), and QA/QC procedures.

• Lead commissioning planning and execution of electrical and I&C systems, including:

  • Cold and hot loop checks

  • System energization

  • Instrument calibration and functional checks

  • Generator synchronization and protection relay testing

• Work with startup teams to validate proper operation of gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG controls, and balance‑of‑plant systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Control Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 10+ years of experience in electrical and I&C roles within power generation, with at least 5 years in field construction/commissioning of gas turbine or combined cycle plants.

• Deep familiarity with rotating machinery, excitation systems, electrical protections, and advanced I&C logic for HRSG and turbine controls.

• Strong experience working with OEM systems (GE Mark VIe, Siemens SPPA‑T3000, Emerson Ovation, etc.).

• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable codes: NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NETA, and relevant standards.

• Ability to read and troubleshoot P&IDs, loop drawings, and electrical schematics.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.

• Advanced technical degree

• Professional Engineer Registration Highly Preferred

We look forward to your application and helping foster an era of safe, clean, affordable, and abundant energy.

Blue Energy is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles at Blue Energy now or in the future.