Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for an Electrical Engineer (Low Voltage/Lighting) opportunity in Carlsbad, NM at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP).

Work Location: On-Site at WIPP
Per diem is available for those who qualify.

The Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is the nation’s only permanent nuclear waste repository for defense-generated transuranic (TRU) waste generated from Department of Energy (DOE) sites across the country. Waste is permanently isolated over 2,000 feet underground in deep salt beds.

Duties:
The successful candidate will be required to perform engineering calculations and analysis within the scope of engineering discipline and provide rigorous written documentation supporting design decisions.
Effectively interface with various departments including Quality Assurance, Procurement, Project Management, Operations.
Provide technical field leadership support to solve equipment malfunctions.
Maintain system configuration documentation including, but not limited to system drawings, design specifications, trending analysis, and system health indicators including performing system health walk downs and system health reports.
Obtain and maintain qualifications on annual training covering commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures used to complete the engineering process.
Perform electrical modification/evaluation of existing systems, perform routine inspections for adherence to applicable building/construction codes/regulations; engineering design change processes, and configuration design control.

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
A Professional Engineer license is an acceptable alternative to a bachelor’s degree.
Related experience may substitute for education
Experience with NFPA 70, National Electric Code is preferred.
Familiarity with NFPA70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace is a plus.
Knowledge of Low Voltage and Lighting in an industrial Process is desired.
Knowledge shall include an understanding of engineering principles, theories, and concepts and microcomputer applications; ability to deliver oral presentations to convey technical findings and recommendations; ability to write clear, concise, and organized memos and reports.
6 to 10+ years of experience in design, systems, or programs engineering related to their discipline.
Professional Engineers (PE) license preferred.
Specialty areas include:
Electrical Distribution (13KV, 4 KV, 480 V)
Electrical transformers (13KV, 4 KV, 480V)
Rotating Equipment (Fans, Conveyors, self-propelled equipment, pumps, etc.)
Motor control centers
Controls systems and schemes (PLC, and other)
Communication systems (IC, announcing, alarming, etc.)
Substantial equipment replacements and refurbishments
Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be US Citizens.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER
Founded in 2003, Edgewater is a professional and technical services firm supporting the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S., U.K., and Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector businesses involved in high-hazard or complex operations. Edgewater proudly offers expertise in numerous technical disciplines necessary to support operational environments where Integrated Safety Management and formal, disciplined operations are essential to ensure safety, quality, security, and regulatory compliance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities.

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