High Voltage Electrical Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nuclear engineering with extensive experience in high-voltage (HV) power systems (13 kV and above), switchyard design and operation, and complex bus configurations including transfer bus schemes. This role requires deep technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilitie sHigh-Voltage System Design & Engineering • :Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of high-voltage electrical systems (13 kV to transmission-level voltages), including switchyards, substations, and grid interconnections for nuclear power facilities .Switchyard & Bus Systems Expertise • :Design and support HV switchyard configurations, including transfer buses, breaker-and-a-half schemes, ring bus systems, and main-tie-main arrangements, ensuring high reliability and operational flexibility .Project Management • :Oversee and manage electrical engineering projects from concept through commissioning, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination of HV equipment procurement and installation .Technical Support & Troubleshooting • :Provide expert-level support for HV equipment such as breakers, disconnect switches, transformers, and protection systems. Troubleshoot issues related to power distribution, fault conditions, and system stability .Protection & Control Systems • :Develop and review protection schemes, relay coordination, and control systems for high-voltage networks, ensuring proper fault detection, isolation, and system integrity .Safety and Compliance • :Ensure all electrical systems meet nuclear, utility, and high-voltage safety standards, including arc flash, grounding, and insulation coordination studies .Collaboration • :Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate HV infrastructure with plant systems, grid requirements, and regulatory expectations .Innovation & Optimization • :Apply modern technologies and methodologies to improve HV system reliability, redundancy, and performance, particularly in critical nuclear applications .Documentation • :Prepare and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including single-line diagrams, protection coordination studies, switchyard layouts, and commissioning procedures .Training and Mentorship • :Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, particularly in high-voltage engineering practices and safety protocols . Required Qualificatio • nsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related fie • ld10+ years of experience in the nuclear or utility sector with significant hands-on experience in high-voltage systems (13 kV and abov • e)Demonstrated experience with HV switchyards, substations, and bus schemes (including transfer bus system • s)Strong understanding of power system studies (load flow, short circuit, protection coordinatio • n)Professional Engineer (PE/P.Eng.) license preferr • edProficiency in electrical engineering tools (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, SK • M)In-depth knowledge of applicable standards (IEEE, NEC, CSA, NRC/CNS • C)Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skil • lsExcellent communication and teamwork abiliti es

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