Seeking Principal-level Electrical Design Engineers to provide on-site engineering support for a high-hazard, regulated facility. This role focuses on complex electrical design, analysis, and construction support for mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on design authority experience, strong calculation capability, and comfort working in active industrial or nuclear environments.
Key Responsibilities
Provide electrical design engineering staff augmentation support to the client
Lead and execute complex electrical design solutions involving unique or technically challenging requirements
Perform engineering analysis, design development, and construction support
Generate and review design deliverables including:
Single Line Diagrams
Electrical Equipment Lists and Specifications
Control System Design, Schematics, and Connection Diagrams
Raceway, circuit, wiring, and grounding designs
Fire detection and heat tracing designs
Electrical system sizing and bulk material specifications
Perform electrical calculations including short circuit, arc flash, load flow, and system sizing (ETAP preferred)
Conduct field walkdowns and support design validation activities
Apply applicable codes and standards including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IES, and OSHA
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less senior engineers
Develop schedules, monitor progress, and support cost and quality objectives
Communicate technical results clearly to engineering peers, construction teams, and management
Required Education & Experience
One of the following:
PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 5+ years of experience
MS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 8+ years of experience
BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 10+ years of experience
Required Experience & Skills
Minimum 10 years of electrical design experience in nuclear or chemical process facilities
Demonstrated expertise in electrical design calculations and system analysis
Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IES, and OSHA requirements
Hands-on experience using electrical analysis software (ETAP strongly preferred)
Ability to perform weekly field walkdowns in active construction or operating facilities
Preferred Qualifications
Prior DOE or high-hazard facility design engineering experience
Previous site-specific design engineering experience
Proficiency with MicroStation 2D CADD
Prior DOE L or Q clearance within the past two years
Clearance Requirement
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance
Active clearance not required to start
Work Environment & Schedule
Onsite role in Aiken, SC
Standard work schedules may include 5/8s, 4/10s, or 9/80s
Occasional overtime may be required to meet project deliverables
Compensation
Estimated pay rate of $98/hour with a full benefits package