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Join the Future of Energy at Westinghouse!
Westinghouse is launching a state-of-the-art center of excellence for Low Enriched Uranium Plus (LEU+) fuel manufacturing at our Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility in Hopkins, South Carolina. As we expand our operations, we’re introducing advanced processes and upgraded equipment to meet the rising demand for LEU+ fuel, enhancing power generation efficiency. This expansion includes a new manufacturing facility and enhanced safety measures, all while fostering high-tech job opportunities and community collaboration. Be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of energy with innovative technologies that promote safety and efficiency in nuclear power. Your journey toward a brighter energy future starts here!
As a LEU+ Technical Lead Electrical Engineer you will develop systems and preparing electrical distribution project deliverables based on process and facility specifications across the project and product life-cycle. This includes development of specifications, functional requirements, designs and schematics, selection of components, engineering/procurement/construction support and installation/commissioning of electrical distribution systems. You will create detailed specifications, datasheets, equipment lists, one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, power distribution center and panel schedules, termination drawings, hook-up drawings, layout drawings, and material requisitions. You will be,, and have leadership qualities. You will complete projects on time and within budget.
You will report to the LEU+ Engineering Manager and be located at Columbia, SC working 100% onsite.
Key Responsibilities:Develop functional specifications, project procedures, equipment data sheets, system requirements
Specify and evaluate electrical engineering services for designing electrical power systems, cabling, lighting, HVAC, motor control centers, MV and LV switchgear, transformers, power generators, motors, variable speed drives, and UPS systems.
Develop designs and schematics
Select electrical distribution components for medium and low voltage systems.
Ensure that all electrical design changes are captured by the change control process.
Participate in risk Process Hazards Analysis, HAZOP, and LOPA as electrical system subject matter expert
Provide technical input during design phase,
Develop specification and prepare material requisitions for power distribution systems and other components
Participate in design and engineering reviews
Perform calculations e.g. for arc flash potential, load balancing, component sizing.
Install and commission power distribution systems including MCCs, transformers, switchgear, VFDs, UPS, power generators, automatic transfer switches, building management systems, lighting systems.
Collaborate with and manage interfaces with other engineering disciplines; process, instrumentation and controls, mechanical, piping and advise the Engineering Manager of any major slippages and their causes, major technical problems and unresolved differences with other Groups
Ensure that the applicable specifications and standards are applied throughout electrical delivery to the Project
Help develop equipment qualification test procedures, evaluate test results, and review final reports
Attend site during construction and commissioning phase.
Provide electrical Engineering technical support
Take ownership of electrical technical queries to ensure satisfactory resolution.
Work with vendor/supplier engineering representatives, establish and maintain a project repository of project documents
Deliver documentation that is technically correct to the required standard and schedule
meet the requirements of the agreed schedule identified within the project plan for the electrical system deliverables as assigned by the Engineering Manager
Monitor all on site activities including installation, commissioning, site acceptance testing (SAT), and factory acceptance testing (FAT)
Engage with any other activities that would be realistically required of the role.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is required
Minimum 10 years of applicable engineering experience required
Previous experience in specialty chemical, petrochemical, API pharmaceutical, or nuclear industry
Good working experience with NEC and NFPA 70E
Full electrical system project life cycle experience.
Experience in preparation and reviewing full electrical system project documentation including functional descriptions, specifications, one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, P&IDs and others.
The ability to produce technical reports, and able to explain complex technical electrical system related issues.
The ability and willingness to travel domestic and international to perform vendor evaluations, completing site acceptance tests (SAT) and conduct inspections/audits. Expected travel less than 20%
The ability to engage with a team of professionals
US Citizenship required; Must live or have the ability to relocate near Columbia, SC
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Why Westinghouse?
Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry’s first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
Safety and Quality Integrity and Trust Customer Focus and Innovation Speed and Passion to Win Teamwork and Accountability
Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer:
Competitive Salary Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match Paid Vacations and Holidays Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements Educational Reimbursement Program Employee Referral Program
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 9,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
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