Electrical Engineer (4012)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting an Electrical Engineer (4012) in Oak Ridge, TN.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineer supports electrical engineering activities for low-voltage systems rated at 600 volts and less, including design, procurement, construction, installation, testing, safety, and configuration management. The position may qualify and serve as a Systems Engineer as assigned and prepares or reviews engineering documents and technical deliverables supporting facility systems, structures, and components.

This role operates in a safety-focused nuclear/DOE environment and supports compliance with applicable electrical codes, regulations, standards, and Integrated Safety Management System principles. The Electrical Engineer also assists the Electrical Authority Having Jurisdiction and other organizations as directed by the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Stop work without fear of reprisal when unsafe conditions could affect personnel safety or create environmental risk.

• Perform electrical design, procurement, construction, installation, testing, and safety activities for systems rated at 600 volts and less, and qualify as a Systems Engineer when assigned.

• Prepare Facility Modifications, Field Change Notices, Engineering Change Responses, drawings, sketches, plans, procedures, and reports appropriate to the complexity of the application.

• Maintain technical knowledge and configuration management of as-built systems, structures, and components.

• Perform or participate in design reviews, equivalency evaluations, and commercial grade or legacy item dedications as assigned.

• Maintain working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70); Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E); National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI C2); 29 CFR 1910, Subpart S; 29 CFR 1926, Subparts K and V; DOE Order 6430.1A, General Design Criteria; and other applicable codes, regulations, and standards.

• Assist the Electrical Authority Having Jurisdiction with the Electrical Safety and Unlisted Equipment Approval programs.

• Perform the role of Electrical Equipment Inspector for unlisted equipment when assigned by the Electrical Authority Having Jurisdiction.

• Assist other organizations as directed by the Engineering Manager.

• Support implementation of the Integrated Safety Management System guiding principles and core functions and the project safety culture.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities of the position, supported by thorough experience and/or education in the standards and work practices used for the installation, operation, construction, testing, and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems.

• Ability to satisfy project training and qualification requirements, including DOE-STD-1170-2007, Electrical Systems Functional Area Qualification Standard.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter and successfully complete a federal background investigation.

• Real ID-compliant identification required to access the work location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of nuclear and/or Department of Energy experience.

• Experience supporting electrical engineering, configuration management, design reviews, equipment dedication, electrical safety, or unlisted equipment approval activities in a regulated environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of five years of job-related experience.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability