Bechtel Corporation · 2 hours ago
Senior Electrical Engineer
Reston, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expBechtel Corporation is a global leader in engineering and construction, with a commitment to delivering successful outcomes for their customers. The Senior Electrical Engineer will play a crucial role in the design and execution of electrical systems for nuclear power projects, collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality standards and effective problem-solving.
ArchitectureConstructionProject Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Performs Electrical Systems engineering activities, which may include the use of ETAP
Individuals must have extensive understanding of all engineering discipline drawings and electrical discipline wiring diagrams, control logic diagrams, system descriptions, system calculations, 1-line and 3-line drawings, schematics, and be able to size equipment and perform cable sizing calculations
Works under the direction of Engineering Group Supervisor
Performs special tasks, calculations/studies and user guides
Responsible for producing basic and higher-tier drawings and documentation in accordance with established conceptual design and scope
Conduct checking as required
Properly interprets and applies codes & standards and customer design requirements, for the preparation of electrical design documents, specifications, material requisitions and system descriptions related to design tasks
Must be a self-starter and capable of independent creative design, with direction, using Bechtel and industry proven concepts, and procedures
Must be able to effectively communicate and work well with others and within a team
Must be able to work well with other disciplines
Must know how to use computer programs such as the Microsoft WINDOWS suite of programs
Ability to cope with conflicting deadlines, frequent interruptions and multiple tasks
Demonstrate leadership qualities with emphasis on continuous improvement and team building, and interpersonal communication skills
Qualification
Required
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant work experience
Must be authorized to live and work in the US without sponsorship
Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Professional Engineering License (Electrical)
Prior experience working in a Nuclear, Quality and Safety Environment
Experience in nuclear plant design (power plant or DOE facility)
Experience in working with procedures meeting quality assurance programs such as ASME-NQA-1, MIL-Q-9858A, or ISO-9000
Knowledge of industry and regulatory guides, codes, and standards
Hands-on Microsoft office programs and other computer programs
Extensive knowledge application of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE Standards
Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, schematics, and electrical equipment layouts
Strong understanding of engineering drawings, systems calculations, equipment sizing and cable sizing
Previous hands-on or extensive working knowledge with ETAP and other industry-wide electrical system design tools, such as CAD 2D, cable designing and routing software
Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills
Familiar with Bechtel standard programs
Familiar with all Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs) and their application to projects
Knowledge of design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPS)
Experience in construction interface and resolving field problems
Experience with Nuclear Power Plant Design
Must have solid experience in electrical systems and layout design
Must have strong organizational and teamwork skills
Must have excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
Must have proven problem-solving abilities
Must have a can-do attitude and a commitment to quality
Must be a self-starter and capable of independent creative design, with direction
Must be able to effectively communicate and work well with others and within a team
Must be able to work well with other disciplines
Must know how to use computer programs such as the Microsoft WINDOWS suite of programs
Ability to cope with conflicting deadlines, frequent interruptions and multiple tasks
Demonstrate leadership qualities with emphasis on continuous improvement and team building, and interpersonal communication skills
Benefits
Robust benefits to ensure our people thrive
Advancing careers
Delivering programs to enhance our culture
Providing time to recharge
Company
Bechtel Corporation
Bechtel is a construction company that offers engineering, construction, and project management solutions to its customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$499.38MKey Investors
U.K. Export Finance
2021-10-18Debt Financing· $499.38M
Leadership Team
Brendan Bechtel
Chairman and CEO
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