Principal Computer & Electrical Engineer Electrical

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 118,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory in Idaho Falls seeks an Lifting and Handling Electrical Engineer to support design changes, maintenance planning, field walkdowns, and issue resolution for electrically powered lifting equipment in a nuclear environment.

Candidates should have a technical degree with multiple years of relevant experience; paths include Bachelor with 9+ years, Master with 7+ years, or Doctorate with 3+ years; current NNL engineering roles considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a technical/engineering/science field with 9+ years of relevant experience.
• Masters degree with 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Doctorate with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or RPCO Engineer at the Company.

Responsibilities

• Support design changes for lifting and handling equipment in a nuclear environment.
• Perform maintenance planning and field walkdowns for reliability.
• Resolve issues and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Collaborate with mechanical, structural, operations, and maintenance teams.

Skills

NEC familiarity

PLC familiarity

Industrial control systems

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree in related field

Doctorate in related field

Current Principal Reactor Training Engineer/Refueling Engineer/RPCO Engineer at the Company

Tools

NEC codes

Industrial control systems

Electrical design tools

Job description

About Us

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career?

Job Description

The Lifting and Handling Electrical Engineer will gain practical and theoretical electrical engineering experience while performing maintenance and upkeep on heavy operating equipment in a nuclear environment. This role supports the safe operation, troubleshooting, and improvement of lifting and handling systems used in the nuclear refueling mission for Naval Reactors. The engineer will work in a multidisciplined engineering environment, collaborating closely with mechanical, structural, operations, and maintenance personnel to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with applicable codes and standards. Responsibilities typically include supporting design changes, maintenance planning, field walkdowns, and issue resolution for electrically powered lifting and handling equipment.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity of the National Electrical Code (NEC) or equivalent electrical codes and standards
• Familiarity with PLCs, motor controls, and industrial control systems related to heavy equipment
• Familiarity working in diverse teams and interfacing with stakeholders at multiple levels (engineering, operations, maintenance)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey technical issues to non-technical audiences

Compensation and Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!

Pay Range

$117,900.00 - $184,300.00 annually.

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.