Senior Electrical Engineer

Brightsmith; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A VC-backed nuclear reactor company in Houston, Texas seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to provide technical expertise and leadership for nuclear plant operations. The role requires advanced knowledge in electrical and I&C systems, with at least 5 years of relevant experience in power generation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar field. This position offers a competitive salary range of $180,000 to $220,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in electrical and I&C roles within power generation.
• At least 5 years in field construction/commissioning of gas turbine or combined cycle plants.
• Strong knowledge of rotating machinery, electrical protections, and I&C logic.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-depth technical expertise to develop and implement engineering analysis.
• Manage engineering tasks from concept through completion.
• Provide engineering support for electrical and I&C systems.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of I&C systems

Ability to read technical drawings

Hands-on experience with OEM systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

GE Mark VIe

Siemens SPPA-T3000

Emerson Ovation

Job description

Overview

Base pay range: $180,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr. This range is provided by Brightsmith. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Brightsmith is partnered with an exciting VC-backed nuclear reactor company. They are innovating traditional power plant technology to deploy nuclear power quicker and cheaper. The company is dual UK/US headquartered, and they are now looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the technical team in Houston, Texas.

They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to provide advanced technical and engineering problem-solving in support of nuclear plant operations. This position involves deep technical knowledge and on-site leadership in executing electrical and I&C system installation, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning for power generation projects.

Responsibilities

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


• Provide technical consultation to identify and resolve equipment and system issues.


• Manage engineering tasks from concept through completion, ensuring proper configuration management.


• Apply engineering principles to assigned tasks, ensuring compliance with design criteria, codes, and standards.


• Conduct independent research, reviews, and analyses in support of technical programs.


• Recommend equipment, concepts, or techniques to improve performance, reduce costs, address design/material issues, or comply with updated codes and regulations.


• Provide engineering support for electrical and I&C systems, including high- and 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 and I&C equipment and interface with OEMs.


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


• Ensure construction adheres to design specifications, safety codes (NEC, IEEE, IEC), and QA/QC procedures.


• Lead commissioning activities for electrical and I&C systems, including cold and hot loop checks, system energization, instrument calibration and functional checks and generator synchronization and protection relay testing.


• Collaborate with start-up teams to verify proper operation of gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG controls, and balance-of-plant systems.

Qualifications

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


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


• Strong knowledge of rotating machinery, excitation systems, electrical protections, and advanced I&C logic for HRSG and turbine controls.


• Hands-on experience with OEM systems such as GE Mark VIe, Siemens SPPA-T3000, and Emerson Ovation.


• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards: NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NETA.


• Proficiency in reading and troubleshooting P&IDs, loop drawings, and electrical schematics.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Engineering and Other


• Industries: Services for Renewable Energy, Energy Technology, and Electric Power Generation