Electrical Engineer Power Systems
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Job Description
Location:Oak Ridge TN
Job Title: Electrical Engineer Power Systems
Career Level From: Associate
Career Level To: Senior Specialist
Organization: Development Operations ()
Job Specialty: Core Engineering
What Youll Do
- Interpret applicable laws regulations standards and orders as they apply to electrical codes and practices
- Implement policies and procedures to ensure that these codes and practices are in compliance with appropriate statutes and regulations
- Evaluate electrical systems and instrumentation with a focus on designing for or upgrading to Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) certification and compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC) and other applicable electrical codes
- Evaluate the acceptability of custom-built hardware as well as commercial off-the-shelf components
- Perform power distribution system design including load flow analysis short circuit analysis arc flash analysis system safety and human safety
- Perform load calculations for sizing electrical components cables conduit and equipment spacing
- Specify electrical system components including distribution panels transformers disconnects and drives for low and medium voltage AC and DC systems
- Develop interfaces to facility equipment using hardwired interfaces and industrial networks
- Apply NEC (typically includes systems running up to 1000 volts) National Electrical Safety Code (NESC typically includes systems running greater than 1000 volts) NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace) and other applicable codes in developing power distribution solutions
- Assist with identifying sources of and isolation guidance for ground faults and determine acceptable resolution to return equipment to service
- Determine and implement measures with the goal of ensuring protection of co-workers from electrical shock and arc flash hazards
- May develop and implement programs designed to increase employee awareness and knowledge of electrical safety policies
- Conveys pertinent electrical safety information and guidance to laboratory management and personnel promoting electrical safety excellence
What You Can Expect
- Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
- Top-notch dedicated colleagues
- Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
- Career advancement and professional development programs
- Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico the Washington Accord or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET with a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA OR a Masters degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA OR a PhD in Electrical Engineering with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA.
- There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond 4 years from graduation engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
Preferred Job Requirements
- Strong mathematical problem-solving skills
- Ability to exercise initiative independent judgement and discretion under limited supervision
- Develop manage and report planned cost and scheduled work
- Develop a plan for recovery in order to successfully achieve overall objectives
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate through oral and written word read and interpret drawings and specifications and convey the criteria into detailed written direction
Why Y-12
Notes
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical drug screening and background investigation. As an employee you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender sexual orientation gender identity age religion national origin ancestry genetic information disability or veteran status.
Employment Type
Full Time
