<p>Location: Oak Ridge, TN</p> <p>Job Title: Electrical Engineer Power Systems</p> <p>Career Level From: Associate</p> <p>Career Level To: Senior Specialist</p> <p>Organization: Development Operations (51424712)</p> <p>Job Specialty: Core Engineering</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Interpret applicable laws, regulations, standards, and orders as they apply to electrical codes and practices </li><li>Implement policies and procedures to ensure that these codes and practices are in compliance with appropriate statutes and regulations </li><li>Evaluate electrical systems and instrumentation with a focus on designing for or upgrading to Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) certification and compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC) and other applicable electrical codes </li><li>Evaluate the acceptability of custom-built hardware as well as commercial off-the-shelf components </li><li>Perform power distribution system design including load flow analysis, short circuit analysis, arc flash analysis, system safety, and human safety </li><li>Perform load calculations for sizing electrical components, cables, conduit, and equipment spacing </li><li>Specify electrical system components including distribution panels, transformers, disconnects, and drives for low and medium voltage AC and DC systems </li><li>Develop interfaces to facility equipment using hardwired interfaces and industrial networks </li><li>Apply NEC (typically includes systems running up to 1,000 volts), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC - typically includes systems running greater than 1,000 volts), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace), and other applicable codes in developing power distribution solutions </li><li>Assist with identifying sources of and isolation guidance for ground faults, and determine acceptable resolution to return equipment to service </li><li>Determine and implement measures with the goal of ensuring protection of co-workers from electrical shock and arc flash hazards </li><li>May develop and implement programs designed to increase employee awareness and knowledge of electrical safety policies </li><li>Conveys pertinent electrical safety information and guidance to laboratory management and personnel promoting electrical safety excellence </li></ul> <p>What You Can Expect</p> <ul> <li>Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security </li><li>Top-notch, dedicated colleagues </li><li>Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization </li><li>Career advancement and professional development programs </li><li>Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives </li></ul> <p>Minimum Job Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET with a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA OR a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA OR a PhD in Electrical Engineering with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA. </li><li>There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond 4 years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Job Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Strong mathematical problem-solving skills </li><li>Ability to exercise initiative, independent judgement, and discretion under limited supervision </li><li>Develop, manage, and report planned cost and scheduled work </li><li>Develop a plan for recovery in order to successfully achieve overall objectives </li><li>Ability to clearly and effectively communicate through oral and written word, read and interpret drawings and specifications, and convey the criteria into detailed written direction </li></ul> <p>Why Y-12?</p> <p>You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.</p> <p>Notes</p> <p>The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.</p> <p>If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.</p> <p>Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.</p> <p>This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.</p> <p>This position may be categorized as a "designated position" identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.</p> <p>CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.</p> <p>CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.</p>