Mesa Associates, Inc.

Principal/Lead Electrical/Controls/Digital Engineer -Nuclear

LocationChattanooga, TN
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


GIG Nuclear / Generation Industrial & Government

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.

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The position is hybrid working environment with a minimum of 3 days in the office, typically Tuesday through Thursday, with the ability to work from home the remaining workdays. Candidates must be able to travel to plant sites when needed (approx. 6-8 days/month with ability to support longer durations).

We’ve got the power to energize your career and spark YOUR work/life balance through professional development and exceptional benefits. Don’t delay, plug in today for an inclusive and meaningful career. Mesa Associates, Inc. is a woman/minority-owned full-service engineering, procurement, and project management firm covering power, defense, aerospace, industrial, commercial, and municipal entities. We specialize in power generation and delivery services. Our Nuclear Services Division specializes in providing high-quality engineering, procurement, design, and project management for operating and new reactor clients, and partners with our other divisions to integrate nuclear design with electrical high-voltage, substations, switchyard, transmission line, and distribution design. We have been in the top 10 of EC&M's Top 40 Electrical Design Firms since 2012. With over 1,000 associates, we are big enough to perform, but small enough to care!


Education/Experience/Licensure:

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering from an accredited university (required)
Master of Science or other advanced degree in engineering (preferred)
PE registration (highly preferred) – or ability to obtain PE License within one year of employment (required)
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in design and 4 years’ experience in design of modifications in nuclear (DOE or commercial) plants
Experience working with multiple operating nuclear clients and vendors (highly preferred)
On-site and past unescorted access (highly preferred) or ability to obtain unescorted access at an operating or construction nuclear plant (required)
Experience with Industry Standard Design Procedure IP-ENG-001 (required)
Knowledgeable of Industry Standard Digital Design Engineering NISP-EN-04 (required)
Machine design experience (preferred)



Responsibilities:

Oversee proposal developmental and guide other engineers in the development of deliverables for nuclear projects within the Electrical, Controls, and Digital disciplines
Report to an assigned Project Engineer and Project Manager on multi-discipline proposals and projects and act as a Project Engineer for Electrical and I&C projects when required
Act as a technical point of contact for the customer, leading discipline specific engineering teams, and providing area expertise in development of industry standard design and calculations associated with design and construction of commercial nuclear modifications
Be responsible for working with other engineers and designers to prepare design change packages for modifications at operating nuclear plants and other associated nuclear facilities
Be proficient in preparation of engineering change packages (EC’s)
Prepare scoping documents and proposals to determine extent of modifications required, preparing cost estimates for engineering/design activities for Electrical, I&C, and Digital
Conduct field walkdowns to determine existing configuration of plant structures, systems, and components
Perform a broad range of Digital I&C design activities to support development of design change documentation, including modification of system requirements, system network architecture, control logic, and HMI

Generate cyber assessments and component classification in accordance with 10CFR73.54 and NEI 08-09 and ensuring the classification of critical digital assets are documented prior to being presented to client Cyber Security Assessment Teams for review and approval



Successful candidates will:

Must have design engineering experience associated with commercial nuclear sites, including experience with integration of digital upgrades and cyber security reviews to owner procedures
Possess the ability to interpret codes and, regulations, and standard practices
Understand cyber security implications surrounding the overall architecture of plant networks, operating systems, hardware platforms, plant specific applications, and the services and protocols upon which these applications relay
Be able to demonstrate adaptability; must be proficient in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving issues within a nuclear power plant environment
Have effective oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
Possess excellent communication skills and ability to interface with customers and internal team members under a matrixed organization

A strong background in commercial nuclear design and developing engineering competencies is required.

Notice to External Search Firms: Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Mesa Associates, Inc. Talent Acquisition engages with approved search firms directly for specific hiring needs.


Experience


Required

8 year(s): experience in the design of electrical/controls/and digital designs
4 year(s): experience in design of modifications in commercial nuclear plants.


Preferred

2 year(s): Machine/equipment design experience


Education


Required

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering or related field


Preferred

Masters or better in Engineering


Licenses & Certifications


Required


Prof Engineering (PE)


Skills


Required

Digital Design
Cyber Security
Control Systems Engineer
Control System Design
Circuit Design
Circuit Analysis
Calculation


Behaviors


Required

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them


Motivations


Required

Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help


Preferred

Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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