About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

As an entry-level Electrical Engineer on the Nuclear team, you will contribute to design, analysis, and modernization of electrical systems for nuclear power projects. You will work under the direction of experienced engineers and subject-matter experts to deliver safe, code-compliant engineering solutions.

• Assist in preparation of engineering calculations and design tasks for large nuclear power generating stations, including protection & coordination studies, cable sizing, medium- and low-voltage system design, DC battery sizing, and safety-related system analyses.
• Perform power systems modeling and analysis using industry-standard tools (ETAP, SKM, or similar).
• Support selection, specification, and integration of major electrical equipment: switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, breakers, and protection relays.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, designers, and drafters to translate concepts into detailed drawings and deliverables.
• Participate in technical reviews, training sessions, and client interactions (Operations, Systems Engineering), and support project deliverables under schedule and budget constraints.
• Conduct station walkdowns, witness installation/testing activities, and support refueling outages or other onsite project work as required.
• Build toward professional licensure by working with and being mentored by licensed engineers; prepare and review engineering deliverables under supervision.

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Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with strong coursework in power systems and electrical power concepts.
• Understanding of practical electrical engineering applications: systems, principles, techniques, and procedures for project design.
• Knowledge of technical drafting and design documentation practices.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

Valued (not required)

• Degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• Coursework such as Power Systems Analysis, Electric Machinery, Power Electronics.
• Internship or work experience performing power analysis (power industry experience preferred).
• Experience with transient power analysis using ETAP, SKM, or similar tools.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and EIT designation.

Important hiring note: We do not sponsor employees for U.S. work authorization for this position.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $62,998 – $90,586 (annual). This range is provided in compliance with applicable pay transparency regulations.
• Benefits highlights:
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life & accident insurance; disability coverage
  • 401(k) and pre-tax commuter accounts
  • Paid time off, paid parental leave, paid holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition assistance, and first professional licensure bonus
  • Merit scholarship, employee referral bonus, and other employee programs

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Technology & Tools

• Power systems analysis tools such as ETAP or SKM
• Microsoft Office suite
• Company design and documentation systems (access provided as needed)
• Familiarity or interest in automation, data tools, or AI-assisted workflows is valued but not required

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About the Business Unit

Join the Nuclear Power Group within our client’s Engineering practice, working on projects that include life-extension and modernization of operating nuclear plants, first-of-a-kind restart projects, small modular reactors (SMRs), and advanced reactor facilities. The role offers hands-on learning, technical training, and exposure to licensing, design, and construction support for nuclear power generation.

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Location & Work Conditions

• Location: Wilmington, DE — work will include office, remote (as applicable), and onsite project activity at client nuclear facilities when required. Onsite access for walkdowns and outage support may be required.
• Employment type: Full-time.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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