Staff Electrical Engineer - AI-Driven Nuclear Systems

thenuclearcompany; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation packages

401k with company match

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous vacation policy, plus all U.S

Job summary

The Nuclear Company is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to lead design, analysis, and maintenance of electrical systems for nuclear plants or advanced reactor projects. You will work with a multi-disciplinary team to apply IEEE standards and industry codes, delivering safe and compliant solutions. Requires a B.S.

in Electrical Engineering, EIT, and 8+ years of experience; PE license is a plus. On-site role in a fast-growing AI-enabled energy startup environment with strong safety culture and

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering required.
• EIT license required or pursuing licensure.
• 8+ years of engineering experience in power/ nuclear sectors preferred.
• Familiarity with NQA-1, IEEE and NEI standards.
• Ability to obtain security clearance for unescorted access to a nuclear station.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in ETAP or SKM; AutoCAD/SolidWorks/ANSYS advantageous.
• AI/ML-assisted engineering analysis experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze electrical components and systems for nuclear plants or advanced reactors.
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Review engineering modification packages and provide guidance to junior staff.
• Diagnose equipment failures and support root cause analyses.
• Interface with civil, mechanical, and I&C engineers; participate in design reviews.
• Support QA/QC programs and produce technical reports.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Technical leadership

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Engineering in Training (EIT) license

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

ETAP

SKM

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Job description

The Nuclear Company is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to lead design, analysis, and maintenance of electrical systems for nuclear plants or advanced reactor projects. You will work with a multi-disciplinary team to apply IEEE standards and industry codes, delivering safe and compliant solutions. Requires a B.S.

in Electrical Engineering, EIT, and 8+ years of experience; PE license is a plus. On-site role in a fast-growing AI-enabled energy startup environment with strong safety culture and