Idaho National Laboratory · 11 hours ago
Advanced Reactor Electrical Engineer
Idaho Falls, ID, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$67K/yr - $163K/yr
0+ years expIdaho National Laboratory is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research. The role involves performing electrical and controls design and analysis of advanced nuclear reactors, collaborating with scientists and engineers to develop designs for various reactor projects.
National DefenseEnergyRenewable EnergyInformation TechnologyBiofuelHomeland Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and analyze electrical and control systems to meet requirements in accordance with project documentation and relevant codes and standards for advanced nuclear reactors and associated facilities and systems
Review and determine adequacy of electrical and controls designs prepared by external organizations
Collaborate with customers to develop system alternatives and analyze risks, costs, and performance measures
Provide technical reviews of design outputs and ensure compliance with technical baseline requirements
Establish and maintain configuration management of assigned systems and maintain existing drawings and databases
Develop functional and operational requirements, system design descriptions, and test procedures
Provide oversight of electrical and controls projects using applicable field experience
Coordinate and collaborate with other engineers, partners, and constructors to execute testing activities
Provide input on the functionality of test equipment and support procurement activities
Evaluate and assess system/equipment performance to improve efficiency and reliability
Create and execute design of experiments, including data acquisition and analysis
Mentor junior engineers and technical personnel
Oversee the design and maintenance of high-risk electrical systems operations
Direct and execute the application design, set-up, and operation of complex high power and high voltage equipment
Other duties as assigned by engineering manager
Qualification
Required
Level 1: Bachelor's in electrical engineering or other related field from an ABET accredited institution and 0 years experience
Level 2: Bachelor's in electrical engineering or other related field from an ABET accredited institution and 2 years of experience. Master's and 0 years of experience. PhD and 0 years of experience
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy 'Q' clearance, which requires US Citizenship
Preferred
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or directly related field from an ABET-accredited institution
Experience in R&D, systems engineering, and electrical power systems
Experience using design and analysis programs such as ORCAD, CAD, MatLab, Labview, PowerWorld, and/or RTDS
Experience designing, developing, and/or conducting experiments with electrical equipment
Diagnostic experience with controller area networks
Experience working with high-risk equipment, safety requirements, and procedures
Familiarity with electrical engineering, instrumentation and control, and software systems applicable to experimental processes
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
Paid time off (personal leave)
Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
Comprehensive Relocation Package
Company
Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho National Laboratory USDOE is a research laboratory focused on the development, demonstration, and deployment of nuclear energy.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.5MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2024-07-02Grant· $7.5M
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
David Teter
Deputy Laboratory Director of Management & Operations / Chief Operations Officer
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