Facility Engineering - Electrical Engineer

Facility Engineering - Electrical Engineer

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Location: Amarillo, TX

Job Title: Facility Engineering - Electrical Engineer

Career Level From: Associate

Career Level To: Senior Specialist

Organization: Electrical )

Job Specialty: Core Engineering

As a Cognizant System Engineer/Technical Authority for assigned systems, coordinates configuration management activities, assesses system health and performance, and provides overall technical responsibility for plant system operability and maintenance activities. Works in conjunction with the Configuration Management program for the assigned system(s). Prepares configuration control/design change packages for tasks, evaluates the impact of proposed changes and/or modifications to approved safety authorization bases for facilities, and performs troubleshooting and improvement activities.

Applies the systems and equipment expertise needed to resolve technical system and equipment issues in cooperation with other related disciplines.

All electrical/computer engineers will apply technical expertise and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts. The engineer will provide self‑performed technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems through the application of established engineering practices, codes, and standards. Field troubleshooting support of existing systems will be required. Engineer will be responsible for reviewing conduit/cables schedules, conduit/equipment plans, one‑line diagrams, wiring/connection/schematic diagrams, instrument loop diagrams, various sections/elevations/details, calculations, datasheets, and construction specifications.

Power electrical engineers will primarily focus on standard industrial systems at the medium voltage (15 kV class) and low voltage (< 600 V) levels. System modeling is performed using ETAP nuclear grade software. Single line diagrams will be reviewed and walkdowns performed to validate accuracy. Design packages will be reviewed to ensure they convey the technical requirements for the installation and/or modification of outside site distribution infrastructure and facility power distribution equipment such as substations, transformers, power switch gear, motor control centers (MCCs), generators, UPSs, and general building electrical systems.

• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in an Electrical Engineering discipline with a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA from an Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board for 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
• OR a Master’s degree in an Electrical Engineering discipline with a minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA
• OR a PhD in an Electrical Engineering discipline with a minimum 3.5/4.0 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
• In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, 2 years job‑related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2 alternative)
• DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following employment
• In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities ( O 426.2)

• Experience with use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
• An understanding of Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Operations, and Conduct of Maintenance for facilities…