Power & Electronics Engineering Manager (Q Clearance)

Centrus Energy Corp.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 156,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

Centrus Energy Corp. seeks a senior manager to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for facility electrical power systems, machine power distribution, and control electronics across the site.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, compliance, and support for new equipment integration and upgrades. Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in power electronics design, proven leadership, and deep knowledge of NEC/NFPA 70E/UL/CE, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in power electronics design and development.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, UL, CE and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of electrical power and electronics engineers/technicians.
• Oversee design, installation, and maintenance of facility electrical power systems (480V/240V distribution, switchgear, MCCs, UPS, generators).
• Own electrical standards, safety compliance and documentation.
• Provide engineering support for machine-level electrical systems: power distribution, drives, controls electronics, sensors, and wiring.
• Partner with Facilities, Manufacturing, and Automation teams on equipment installations and upgrades.
• Lead root‑cause analysis for electrical failures, downtime events, and equipment reliability issues.
• Ensure electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and PLC/electronics interfaces are maintained and updated.
• Manage external contractors, integrators, and vendors as required.
• Drive continuous improvement in power reliability, energy efficiency, and electrical safety.
• Provide capital project support including scope development, design review, and commissioning.
• Serve as Electrical Authority Having Jurisdiction

Skills

Power electronics

Leadership

Electrical standards

Circuit design

PCB layout

Documentation

Q clearance

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Centrus Energy Corp. seeks a senior manager to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for facility electrical power systems, machine power distribution, and control electronics across the site.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, compliance, and support for new equipment integration and upgrades. Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in power electronics design, proven leadership, and deep knowledge of NEC/NFPA 70E/UL/CE, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance.