Description
epds design
power simulation
component design
protection interfaces
digital modeling
reliability analysis
The role focuses on design of plant electric power distribution systems (EPDS) for advanced nuclear reactors such as ALWR BWRX‑300 and ALMR Natrium, covering safety‑related, safety class, and non‑safety systems across balance‑of‑plant, turbine island, and grid interfaces.
Responsibilities include identifying and managing engineering solutions, applying electrical circuit and electromagnetic theory, mathematical modeling, and simulation to achieve optimal power flow, boundary setting, and coordination across voltage levels and complex system‑of‑systems architectures.
The engineer will design AC and DC components—generators, transformers, switchgear, protective relays, UPS, drives, grounding, lightning protection, and related equipment—support plant‑to‑grid applications, and lead design phases from FEED through detailed design using data‑centric digital tools, static documents, and dynamic simulation models.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is required to meet functional, performance, reliability, availability and maintainability goals using FMEA, PRA, and modern risk techniques, as well as to drive nuclear regulatory certification, procurement packages, supplier oversight, testing, and optioneering for cost‑risk optimization.
- Lead EPDS design for nuclear and turbine island power plants.
- Apply circuit theory, electromagnetic analysis, and simulation to optimize power flow and system coordination.
- Design AC/DC components including generators, transformers, switchgear, protective relays, UPS, drives, and grounding systems.
- Develop protection and control interfaces between plant and grid.
- Manage design lifecycle from FEED through detailed and final design with rigorous requirements and configuration management.
- Create and maintain digital documentation, models, and simulations (e.g., ETAP, CAD, databases).
- Perform FMEA, PRA, and reliability analyses to meet functional, performance, and maintainability goals.
- Lead regulatory certification, procurement packages, and supplier hand‑off for nuclear projects.
- Oversee supplier testing, factory and site acceptance, and integration verification.
- Conduct optioneering and trade‑off studies for technical, risk, and cost optimization.
- Prepare work plans, budgets, and schedules to deliver on‑spec, on‑budget, on‑time.
- Mentor team members and champion nuclear safety culture.
Requirements
b.s. eng
10+ years
ieee/iec
autocad
etap
pe license
Required qualifications include a B.S. in Engineering or related science, at least 10 years of experience in high‑reliability industries, deep knowledge of applicable IEEE/IEC standards, extensive use of digital design tools, CAD, and ETAP simulation, and proven ability to deliver on‑spec, on‑budget, and on‑schedule results.
Preferred attributes are a Master’s degree, Professional Engineer license, PMP certification, experience with modern digital collaboration platforms, NERC/NPCC compliance, cyber‑security considerations, strong technical writing and communication, and a proactive, Lean‑oriented mindset.
The position is based at GE Vernova Nuclear Energy Headquarters in Wilmington, NC (remote U.S. candidates) or Markham, Ontario (on‑site two days per week), requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information, offers a salary range of $111k‑$213k plus benefits, and adheres to GE Vernova’s equal‑opportunity employment policies.
- B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear Engineering or related technical field.
- Minimum 10 years experience in high‑reliability industries (nuclear, power, marine, oil & gas, etc.).
- Proficient with IEEE/IEC electrical standards (e.g., IEEE 80, 81, 115, 242, etc.) and NFPA 780.
- Experience with heavy electrical equipment sizing, selection, modeling, and qualification.
- Strong CAD/CAx skills (AutoCAD, Inventor) and productivity software (Word, Excel, Project, Visio).
- 7+ years using dynamic physics‑based simulation tools (ETAP) for system analysis.
- 5+ years designing protection & control systems for power plant grid interface.
- Ability to work with U.S. export‑controlled information and obtain required authorizations.
- Master’s degree or PE license; PMP certification preferred.
- Experience with modern digital collaboration tools (Confluence, DOORS, ENOVIA) and relay configuration (GEL‑Multilin, SEL).
- Knowledge of NERC/NPCC compliance and cyber‑security requirements.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and decision‑making skills.
- Proven track record delivering quality deliverables in fast‑paced environments.
- Familiarity with Agile, Lean, DMAIC, DFSS, DFR, FMEA, and design‑to‑cost methodologies.
- U.S. candidates based in Wilmington, NC (remote considered); Canadian candidates on‑site in Markham, ON.
- Access to U.S. export‑controlled information; background check required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary $111k‑$213k plus geographic differential and discretionary bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, parental leave, and more.
Training + Development
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