Nuclear Power Systems Engineer

ENERCON; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

ENERCON is seeking a Nuclear Power Systems Engineer to join our team of subject matter experts. This role supports electrical power system studies, design modifications, and problem solving for diverse projects in Nuclear Services, Federal Services, Energy, Power Delivery, Transmission, and Data Centers.

Based in Naperville, IL (other U.S. offices possible), you may contribute as a mid-level, senior, or principal engineer, with leadership and mentorship responsibilities and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from ABET‑accredited program.
• MS in electrical engineering preferred.
• Experience in nuclear power industry preferred.
• Active PE license or plan to obtain soon.
• 3+ years electrical studies for Mid-Level.
• 6+ years electrical studies for Senior Level.
• Familiar with NEC, IEEE, IEC, NERC codes and standards.
• Experience with power system analysis tools and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical studies and design recommendations for power systems.
• Perform quality reviews of calculations, models, and drawings.
• Direct and mentor junior engineers on projects.

Skills

Power systems

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET)

MS in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

ETAP

SKM

EMTP-RV

PSCAD

Python

VBA

C++

Job description

Join our ENERCON team as a Nuclear Power Systems Engineer. You can bring experience to our mid-level and senior roles or help lead others as a principal engineer in a mentor or leadership role. We are committed to investing in our employees by providing training and resources for growth and career advancement. Whether you aim to become a technical expert, people leader, or project manager, we support your journey!
Our Nuclear Power Systems Engineer is part of our team of subject matter experts, a highly specialized group focused on electrical power system studies and in-depth problem-solving for design modification challenges. This team supports a variety of dynamic projects across the company, collaborating with clients in industries such as Nuclear Services, Federal Services, Energy (fossil, renewables, and industrial), Power Delivery, Transmission, and Data Centers. This group offers diverse project scopes, broad industry exposure, and numerous learning opportunities. We are seeking skilled engineers at all experience levels, from mid-level professionals to seasoned principal engineers. This position can be based out of our Headquarters in Kennesaw, GA (Suburb of Atlanta), Naperville, IL, or FT Worth, TX office locations.
We encourage you to explore our exciting opportunity and become part of our innovative and impactful team. Other office locations will be considered for senior engineers.

Overview

Join our ENERCON team as a Nuclear Power Systems Engineer. You can bring experience to our mid-level and senior roles or help lead others as a principal engineer in a mentor or leadership role. We are committed to investing in our employees by providing training and resources for growth and career advancement. Whether you aim to become a technical expert, people leader, or project manager, we support your journey!
Our Nuclear Power Systems Engineer is part of our team of subject matter experts, a highly specialized group focused on electrical power system studies and in-depth problem-solving for design modification challenges. This team supports a variety of dynamic projects across the company, collaborating with clients in industries such as Nuclear Services, Federal Services, Energy (fossil, renewables, and industrial), Power Delivery, Transmission, and Data Centers. This group offers diverse project scopes, broad industry exposure, and numerous learning opportunities. We are seeking skilled engineers at all experience levels, from mid-level professionals to seasoned principal engineers. This position can be based out of our Headquarters in Kennesaw, GA (Suburb of Atlanta), Naperville, IL, or FT Worth, TX office locations.
We encourage you to explore our exciting opportunity and become part of our innovative and impactful team. Other office locations will be considered for senior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Studies & Design: Develop electrical studies and design recommendations covering small to large scale power systems for generation, manufacturing, data centers or similar facilities. Provide recommendations based on expertise in power systems equipment and results of systems studies
• Quality Assurance: Perform quality reviews for calculations, studies/evaluations, software models, designs, drawings, and data prepared by other engineers or subcontractors. Maintain quality, schedule, and budget for assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Leadership & Mentorship: Direct and oversee routine and advanced technical work performed by others on assigned projects. Provide mentorship to junior engineers using obtained engineering knowledge #LI-SH7

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• MS in a relevant topic of electrical engineering is preferred
• Experience working in the nuclear power industry is preferred
• Maintains an active PE license or planning to obtain in near future
• Mid-Level requires 3+ years of experience performing electrical studies
• Senior Level requires 6+ years of experience performing electrical studies
• Experience evaluating large scale power systems following industry accepted electrical codes and standards such as NEC, IEEE, IEC, and NERC
• Proficiency in understanding highly technical topics in the field of electrical engineering using textbooks, white papers, and industry studies as basis and guidance
• Experience performing studies such as load flow, short circuit, arc flash, equipment protection, sequence of operation, and transient stability
• Experience developing device setpoints for topics such as overcurrent, over/undervoltage, over/underfrequency, differential protection, distance relaying, or V/Hz protection
• Ability and willingness to investigate new industry problems and provide creative solutions
• Experience using power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, EMTP-RV, or PSCAD
• Ability to be an individual contributor and work effectively in teams
• Advanced proficiency in Word and Excel
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills
• Experience working in the nuclear power industry preferred
• Experience in power systems design responsibilities is a plus (ex. equipment specification, procurement, implementation, drawing development, etc.)
• Experience using scripting to manipulate and parse data using Python, VBA, C++, or similar is a plus

Compensation Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $185,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth.

The compensation range listed is a good-faith estimate of the compensationexpected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, geographic location, and internal equity.

Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We ask all candidates this question to better understand work authorization and any potential sponsorship needs. Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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