Electrical Engineer

Company Overview:

Napakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) is a leading provider of information technology, technology development, and environmental and construction services, specializing in Federal and Commercial projects. Our company is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet stringent regulatory standards and client requirements.

Position Overview:

NEC is seeking qualified applicants for an Electrical Engineer position. This position will primarily work on High Performance Computing (HPC) facilities but will also provide analysis and design support for other ORNL electrical infrastructure projects. The HPC facilities at ORNL are the largest user of electrical power at ORNL, with over 100MW of installed electrical capacity at 7 separate data centers. These facilities require safe and reliable electric power to support the national security and scientific research missions of ORNL.

The ideal candidate would have 5 years of experience in a data center construction/renovation or other power and cooling related infrastructure projects.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and perform electrical design for HPC facility modifications to support the Oakridge Leadership Computing Facility (OLCF), as well as other HPC customers in the ORNL leased facilities.
• Oversee and perform electrical design for laboratory modifications, office modifications, and other customer needs in the ORNL leased facilities.
• Collaborate with ORNL telecommunications, power utility, and facility automation subject matter experts to ensure complete and coordinated installations.
• Provide technical input and plan review for changes and upgrades to existing facilities.
• Provide oversight and support to ORNL operations and maintenance craft and construction subcontractors for facility construction and modifications.
• Perform on-site inspection and approval of all phases of electrical and telecommunications installations.
• Collaborate with other ORNL and contract A/E disciplines to ensure successful completion of electrical, telecommunications, and I&C installations.
• Ensure designs and constructed facilities meet occupants’ requirements, applicable codes and standards, applicable DOE orders, laboratory safety and quality standards, and leadership objectives.

Job Requirements:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree minimum in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years working experience including new construction, renovation, plant operations, power distribution, communications, plant automation and SCADA.
• Demonstrated ability to proficiently communicate in written, verbal, and presentation formats.
• Experience in all voltage distribution (high voltage needed)

Preferred:

• Telecom/data fiber distribution experience
• Experience in UPS/generator system design
• Demonstrated proficiency with arc flash modeling software (SKM, eTAP, Easy Power) and application of arc flash calculation methods.
• Education and experience in instrumentation and controls related to facility automation and utility SCADA.
• Demonstrated proficiency performing electrical and related field studies, construction oversight, commissioning and testing, and detailed project milestone tracking.
• Working experience with Human Performance Improvement and human factors in design and operations planning.
• History of successful compliance with a standards-based and procedure-driven work environment.
• Working experience in secure DOE or related facilities.
• The ability to:
• Collaborate on technical issues resolution with research personnel, sponsor organizations, equipment manufacturers, and instrument manufacturers.
• Provide local construction oversight for safety, design intent integrity, and as-built system surveys.
• Contribute to configuration control of new and modified facilities and electrical, telecom, and I&C systems.
• Lead and participate in electrical post-event forensic investigations, contribute to reports, and coordinate with issues management and safety.
• Teach, coach, and lead team continuous improvement and continuing education, and mentor interns

All full-time employees are considered benefit eligible for company benefit programs and 401-K upon date of hire.

Napakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.