Electrical Design Engineer

HukariAscendent is a Women-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

Job Title: Fellow Engineer - Electrical Design Authority Engineer

Duration: Full-Time

Location: Aiken, SC

Summary:

HukariAscendent is seeking a Fellow Engineer to serve as an Electrical Design Authority Engineer providing engineering staff augmentation support to Tritium Projects and Facilities. This senior-level position requires an industry-recognized expert with extensive nuclear industry experience who can resolve complex technical problems, lead task teams, and provide authoritative guidance on electrical design and analysis. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in electrical design authority engineering with a proven track record of advancing technical knowledge in their field.

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Ph.D. and approximately 10 years of experience, OR
• Master of Science degree and 12 years of experience, OR
• Bachelor of Science degree and approximately 15 years of experience
• 15-20 years of design authority experience in the nuclear industry required
• Recognized as an internal expert in area of expertise
• Proven ability to solve complex problems in field of specialization
• Demonstrated contributions to advancing knowledge through internal/external publications and professional society presentations

Security Clearance:

• DOE "Q" security clearance required
• Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred

Technical Skills & Responsibilities:

Design Authority & Engineering Support:

• Provide Electrical Design Authority engineering staff augmentation support to Tritium Projects and Facilities
• Perform engineering analysis for Operations, Maintenance, Project, Startup, and construction support
• Conduct field system walk downs and design reviews
• Develop and generate design input and output documents including:
• System Design Descriptions and requirements documents
• Single Line Drawings and Electrical Equipment Lists
• Control System Design, Control Schematics, and Connection Diagrams
• Electrical Equipment Specifications and Bulk Material Specifications
• Circuit/Raceway/Wiring/Connection Design
• Grounding, Heat Tracing, and Fire Detection systems
• Short Circuit Calculations and Arc Flash Incident Energy Analysis
• Load Flow Analysis and Electrical System Sizing Calculations

Technical Leadership & Problem Solving:

• Apply technical experience in field of specialization to resolve complex problems
• Incorporate advanced technical practices and complicated technical requirements into problem solving and program planning
• Lead task teams for developing solutions to complex problems
• Prepare comprehensive plans including schedules, budgets, and personnel requirements for major technical tasks
• Develop schedules, monitor progress and expenditures, and review quality of work performed
• Include research, development, testing, and quality assurance requirements in planning

Communication & Documentation:

• Communicate results and objectives verbally and in written form to customers, colleagues, managers, and oversight groups
• Prepare reports for external publication
• Keep informed on technical needs within the company and technical trends in area of expertise
• Identify and accomplish technical programs with minimal guidance

Required Technical Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of NEC, IES, NFPA, IEEE, ETAP, and OSHA requirements
• Experience using software (preferably ETAP) to generate electrical system calculations
• Ability to perform field walk downs of systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Savannah River Site (SRS) Electrical Design Authority Engineering experience
• Experience designing Lithium-Ion Battery Systems as redundant power sources
• Previously held or currently hold DOE Q-clearance

Work Schedule: Up to a 40-hour work week utilizing various schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day, five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day, four days per week), or 9/80s (9 hours/day, alternating weeks). Work week excludes company holidays. Each workday includes a 30-minute lunch. Overtime may be required at times to meet deliverables.

Travel Requirements: Travel is not normally required; however, occasional travel may be requested for in-person discussions with off-site vendors, witnessing engineering hold-points during fabrication, factory acceptance testing, or other Subject Matter Expert services as requested. Estimated travel budget: $3,000/year. All travel must be pre-approved by procurement via fully funded requisition.

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.