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What You’ll Do

As an Entry‑Level Electrical Engineer (Electrical Engineer 1) on the nuclear engineering team you will contribute to design, analysis, and modernization of electrical systems for nuclear generating stations, restart projects, SMRs, and advanced reactor facilities. You will work under daily technical supervision and gain hands‑on experience in power systems engineering while leveraging established engineering processes and industry standards.

• Assist in engineering calculations and design tasks for large nuclear power generating stations (protection & coordination studies, cable sizing, medium/low voltage design, DC battery sizing).
• Use industry tools (for example, ETAP) to perform power systems analysis and transient modeling for complex networks.
• Support selection and integration of major electrical equipment: switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), large power transformers, breakers, relays, and safety‑related systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, designers, and drafters to convert concepts into drawings and construction deliverables.
• Participate in station walkdowns, installation witnessing, testing activities, and refueling outages as required.
• Follow project schedules and budgets; develop time management and team communication skills.
• Receive mentorship toward professional licensure (PE) and opportunities to qualify as a preparer on engineering deliverables.

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Qualifications

Essential skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with strong coursework or focus in power systems.
• Solid understanding of electrical engineering principles and practical application to project design.
• Familiarity with technical plans, drawings and engineering design practices.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills.

Valued (but not required) skills:

• Degree from an ABET‑accredited engineering program.
• Coursework such as Power Systems Analysis, Electric Machinery, Power Electronics.
• Internship or work experience performing power analysis, preferably in the power or utility industry.
• Experience with transient/power system analysis tools (ETAP, SKM).
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed; Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) designation.

Additional hiring notes:

• This position does not provide U.S. work‑authorization sponsorship.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $62,998 — $90,586 per year (range disclosed per Washington pay‑transparency requirements).
• Competitive benefits package may include medical, dental, vision, life & accident insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), HSA/FSA, tuition assistance, paid time off and parental leave, and other employee programs.
• Eligibility for merit increases, discretionary bonus programs, and professional development support.

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Team & Career Development

• Join a Nuclear Power Group focused on plant life‑extension, digital modernization, SMRs, restart projects, and advanced reactor work.
• Structured mentorship from experienced engineers and subject matter experts.
• Opportunities for on‑site experience at nuclear facilities and exposure to client stakeholders and station procedures.
• Support for technical training, licensure pathway (PE), and career progression within engineering disciplines.

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Technology & Tools

• Use of industry software (ETAP and similar) for power systems analysis.
• Exposure to data, automation, and engineering tools where appropriate; employees remain responsible for technical judgment and final deliverables.
• Experience with programming, AI, or automation is a plus when relevant but is not required.

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About the Confidential Client

Confidential Client is an engineering firm working across power generation, transmission, and energy project services. The Nuclear Power Group provides engineering, design, and licensing support for nuclear projects worldwide, focused on safety, innovation, and sustainable energy solutions.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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