Under the guidance of senior engineering staff, the Engineer II will support a variety of engineering and design activities for power plant upgrades, modifications, and new generation projects.
The successful candidate will assist with engineering analyses, calculations, design development, and system modifications while applying established engineering principles, standards, and procedures. Working within multidisciplinary teams, this individual will help evaluate existing plant conditions and contribute to solutions that improve plant safety, reliability, efficiency, and overall performance.
ResponsibilitiesEngineering & Design Support
- Support engineering and design activities for power plant projects.
- Assist with engineering studies, calculations, and technical evaluations.
- Apply established engineering standards, methods, and procedures.
- Support development of design modifications and technical solutions.
- Prepare engineering documentation and project deliverables.
- Participate in technical reviews and design discussions.
Electrical Power Systems
- Support evaluation and design of electrical power distribution systems, including:
- Switchgear
- Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
- Circuit breakers
- Related electrical equipment
- Assist with:
- Load flow analysis
- Voltage drop calculations
- Short-circuit studies
- Help identify opportunities to improve system performance and reliability.
Project & Team Collaboration
- Work closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Support multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
- Participate in project meetings and technical discussions.
- Assist with project planning and execution activities.
Field Support
- Perform equipment walkdowns and field assessments.
- Support installation, testing, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
- Travel periodically to client sites and project locations.
- Verify field conditions and support engineering evaluations.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
Experience
- 2 years of engineering experience.
Knowledge may be gained through:
- Academic coursework, Capstone projects, Internships or co-op programs
- Professional work experience
Technical Knowledge
Basic knowledge of:
- Electrical power distribution systems
- Switchgear
- Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
- Circuit breakers
- Load flow calculations
- Voltage drop calculations
- Short-circuit analysis
Preferred Qualifications
Education
- Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
Experience
- Nuclear power industry experience.
- Internship or field experience supporting power generation projects.
- Experience with electrical system modeling and calculations using:
- ETAP
- SKM Power Tools
Certifications
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.
Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. If applicable to the position, the capability of a candidate to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration by Zachry Nuclear in its hiring processes.Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. maintains a drug free workplace.
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
- Approximately 2 years of engineering experience (or equivalent via coursework, capstone, internships/co-op)
- Basic knowledge of electrical power distribution systems, switchgear, MCCs, and circuit breakers
- Ability to perform load flow, voltage drop, and short-circuit calculations
- Willingness and ability to travel periodically to client sites and project locations
- Experience with electrical system modeling and calculations using ETAP and SKM Power Tools
- Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)
- Nuclear power industry experience (preferred)
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam
What We Do
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. provides comprehensive engineering, design, and project management services for the nuclear industry. The company supports the modification of existing nuclear power plants and the development of new facilities, including small modular reactors. With over 50 years of experience, it offers expertise in electrical, mechanical, structural, and controls engineering, as well as turnkey construction and maintenance services.
