HukariAscendent is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

We are looking for a ELECTRICAL/POWER DISTRIBUTION ENGINEER to support the Infrastructure and Interface department for the Idaho Cleanup Project (ICP) Core Contract with the following qualifications:

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
Join the Calcine Retrieval Project team in developing and testing new technologies for retrieving radioactive waste. This role will be focused on supporting the development of existing mockups and prototypes as well as updating and modifying existing electrical power systems. Applicants should be comfortable working independently with minimal guidance but must also be able to work closely with other team members. They should enjoy finding creative solutions to difficult problems and have the initiative to identify and resolve design deficiencies. Most importantly, they should take pride in their work while remaining open to feedback and suggestions from others. Proficiency with some or all of the following is preferred:
• Design of low and medium-voltage power distribution systems
• PLC-based control solutions
• Dissipation of static charge in solids-conveying pneumatic systems
• Proficiency with SKM Power Tools
• Lighting layout and design
• Lightning protection design
• Cathodic protection design
• Programming and electronics
• Design for hazardous environments, especially radiation hazards

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review customer requirements and develop design concepts:
• Communicate with customer to understand customer’s requirements and identify customer’s design goals
• Identify interfaces to other system components
• Identify applicable codes, standards, regulations and procedures
• Concur with technical and functional requirements (TFRs, FCFs, FDCs, SDDs)
• Evaluate hazards and safety requirements
• Determine environmental and pollution prevention checklist requirements
• Determine other ESH&QA (e.g., ALARA, Life Safety, Fire Protection, and IH) requirements
• Understand and research existing systems
• Research vendor literature
• Identify whether and what type of design activities are needed
• Evaluate new technologies and equipment
• Identify research, studies and testing required to proceed with the design
• Prepare design options and concepts
Develop design work package:
• Negotiate engineering design schedules
• Determine engineering tools to use in areas of expertise
Complete and document detailed design:
• Incorporate safety into all aspects of the design
• Develop and/or evaluate design alternatives
• Coordinate designs with other disciplines
• Confirm compliance to applicable of codes and standards
• Perform and document design analyses
• Develop and use mathematical models
• Propose and develop prototype systems, if needed
• Confirm design complies with requirements
• Prepare and issue construction/fabrication drawings
• Develop and issue construction specifications
• Develop materials and parts lists
• Develop engineering design files (EDFs)
• Develop system design descriptions (SDDs)
• Develop acceptance criteria
Verify design:
• Participate in the design review process
• Utilize alternate mathematical models
• Support troubleshooting on final installation
• Support acceptance testing at project start-up
Construction and project closeout:
• Support procurement of materials, equipment and services
• Support development of work orders
• Support construction, installation and start-up efforts
• Prepare field change documentation when required
• Support operational and maintenance procedure development and training
• Update (as-build) documentation as directed by the Design Authority
• Support Readiness reviews
Training and safety qualifications:
• Maintain training qualifications current
• Review and support all company policies
• Participate in employee and company safety activities and programs
• Support and promote a safety conscious work environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION):
• Bachelor of Science or Masters (preferred) degree in associated engineering field

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / TRAINING:
• Professional engineering license preferred

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:
• Award through 05/31/2021

WORK LOCATION:
• Town, the Sawtelle Street Facility (SSF)

US CITIZEN:
• Required)

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at www.hukari.com.
HukariAscendent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.