Senior Electrical Engineer
Job description
About the role
The role defines and delivers electrical systems for advanced nuclear fuel manufacturing. Senior authority guides standards, studies, and client engagement within the Fuel Manufacturing group. The position shapes substation, protection, and distribution design for a fast-deploying nuclear enterprise. You will translate complex regulatory and operational requirements into robust electrical architectures that enable safe and reliable nuclear material processing. You will act as the senior technical owner for electrical discipline deliverables, ensuring alignment with project schedules and quality expectations. The role demands rigorous analysis and decisive judgment to resolve challenging engineering problems in a high-consequence environment. You will partner closely with mechanical, instrumentation, and process teams to integrate electrical solutions into a cohesive facility design. Your work will directly influence the scalability and compliance of nuclear manufacturing infrastructure that meets the highest industry standards.
Key facts
What you'll do
Perform detailed electrical design for nuclear fuel manufacturing facilities, including power distribution, protection, and control systems.
Lead substation design from initial concept through detailed engineering, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications.
Execute power system analysis using SKM Power Tools and ETAP for load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, and motor starting studies.
Develop and maintain electrical one-line diagrams, equipment schedules, and technical documentation for engineering packages.
Champion the application of IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, CSA, and IEC standards relevant to industrial and process electrical installations.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define electrical requirements, interfaces, and test procedures for integrated facility solutions.
Support the development and review of protection relay schemes, grounding systems, and surge protection strategies for safety-critical environments.
Evaluate and specify seismically qualified electrical equipment in accordance with IEEE 344 requirements for nuclear facilities.
Contribute to utility interconnection studies and negotiate technical interfaces with site power providers and regulators.
Promote the adoption of IEC 61850 substation automation and protection communication standards to enhance system integration and data visibility.
Guide the sizing and specification of DC systems and battery backups in compliance with IEEE 485 and 11115 standards.
Advocate for nuclear classification requirements and apply knowledge of IEEE 384 and CSA N290.7 in electrical design decisions.
Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, design reviews, and constructive feedback to elevate team capability.
Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices by identifying opportunities to optimize designs, tools, and workflows.
Requirements
A Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering is required.
Minimum 5+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience includes demonstrated leadership of complex MV/LV design programmes.
Proficiency in power system analysis software such as SKM Power Tools and ETAP for load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, and motor starting is required.
Ability to lead substation design from concept through detailed engineering is necessary.
Knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, CSA, and IEC standards for industrial and process facilities is required.
Authorization to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident is required.
EIT designation or P.Eng. / P.E. registration, or active pursuit thereof, is preferred.
Experience with nuclear facility electrical design and nuclear classification requirements, including IEEE 384 and CSA N290.7, is preferred.
Familiarity with seismically qualified electrical equipment per IEEE 344 is preferred.
IEC 61850 substation automation and protection communication experience is preferred.
DC systems and battery sizing experience per IEEE 485/1115 is preferred.
Utility interconnection studies and PPA technical interface experience is preferred.
Nice to have
EIT designation or P.Eng. / P.E. registration, or active pursuit thereof, is preferred.
Experience with nuclear facility electrical design and nuclear classification requirements, including IEEE 384 and CSA N290.7, is preferred.
Familiarity with seismically qualified electrical equipment per IEEE 344 is preferred.
IEC 61850 substation automation and protection communication experience is preferred.
DC systems and battery sizing experience per IEEE 485/1115 is preferred.
Utility interconnection studies and PPA technical interface experience is preferred.
Practical notes
The position is based in Torrance and requires U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency.
Standard employment terms apply to an at-will role with unlimited PTO and comprehensive benefits as stated.
Typical interview steps
Hiring for engineering roles usually starts with a recruiter screen, followed by one or two technical rounds. Candidates often solve a coding problem, discuss past projects, and answer system design questions. Some loops include a take-home task. Final rounds typically cover team fit and give candidates a chance to ask questions. Interviewers look for how you break down an unfamiliar problem, not just whether you reach the answer. Practicing a few problems aloud and reviewing your own past projects are the best preparation.
Good to know
The role centers on electrical systems design for nuclear fuel manufacturing and involves leading complex engineering programs.
The environment emphasizes strict safety culture, precision, and collaboration across electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical disciplines.
Typical tools include power system analysis software, protection relay platforms, and electrical design standards for industrial facilities.
Career growth is supported in a fast-growing startup focused on advanced nuclear energy and scalable manufacturing.
Work involves direct interaction with regulators, vendors, and cross-functional engineering teams.