Electrical Design Engineer III - Nuclear

New Hill, North Carolina, United States

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reference
Job reference 1268709
location
Location New Hill, North Carolina, United States
sector
Sector Energy - Power
function
Function Engineering & Design
type
Employment type Contract
date
Date published January 28, 2026

Airswift is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer

to support a major player in the nuclear energy sector on a long-term assignment.

This role focuses on performing electrical and I&C engineering design modifications within a regulated nuclear environment. The selected candidate will act as the Lead Technical or Responsible Engineer, developing and implementing design changes that impact systems such as AC/DC power, switchgear, transformers, and digital instrumentation.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform design modifications for electrical and I&C systems, including 4kV bus replacements, transformer upgrades, and motor-operated valve changes.
  • Develop scopes, technical bases, installation, and testing requirements for electrical design packages.
  • Lead the preparation and revision of specifications, technical requirement documents, calculations, drawings, and safety evaluations.
  • Support work order reviews, field implementation, corrective action resolutions, and regulatory documentation updates.
  • Conduct technical analysis, evaluate engineering alternatives, and present sound recommendations.
  • Interface with engineering teams, suppliers, and implementation personnel to ensure quality and compliance throughout project execution.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical degree with relevant experience.
  • 15+ years of electrical/I&C engineering experience in the nuclear industry.
  • Qualification as a Modification Engineer under an INPO-accredited program or ability to obtain site-specific qualifications.
  • Familiarity with Nuclear Asset Suite (NAS) and experience supporting digital and software-based system changes.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to a nuclear facility.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with sound technical judgment and leadership capability.
  • Experience leading nuclear-related engineering projects from concept through implementation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Registration/Licensure as a Professional Engineer
  • Experience in the 10CFR50.59 with respect to designing modifications to a nuclear facility
  • Working level knowledge of ETAP software program.
  • Working level knowledge of nuclear industry cyber security control practices
  • Experience with nuclear industry standard design process

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