LEU+ Field Electrical Systems Engineer

This position reports to the LEU+ Construction Manager and will be located at the Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility (CFFF) in Hopkins, SC 29061, working 100% onsite.

About the Company

Westinghouse is the largest nuclear fuel manufacturer in the USA producing fuel that provides 10% of the nation's electricity. We are currently developing the next stage of nuclear fuel production capabilities with construction of the Low-Enriched Uranium (LEU+) fuel fabrication facility in Hopkins, South Carolina, within our Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility (CFFF). This advanced fuel production plant will employ the latest technology in uranium fuel production using up to 8% enriched 235U. The technology to be employed will include Westinghouse's patented Two Step Dry UF6 to UO2 powder deconversion process and microwave denitrification for converting liquid uranium waste to UO2 powder. The use of LEU+ fuel will extend the fuel cycle of the commercial nuclear fleet from 18 to 24 months, while significantly improving the efficiency and safety of our nuclear fuel fabrication operations.

Westinghouse is dedicated to conducting our operations in a safe and environmentally sound, socially responsible manner. We seriously consider the impact of our actions on the environment and on the health and safety of our employees, subcontractors, customers and the public. Each Westinghouse employee, and any person working on behalf of Westinghouse, is responsible for supporting the commitments identified in our Integrated Quality, Environment, Health, and Safety Policy.

If this sounds like an environment you would thrive in, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Field Electrical Systems Engineer.

Job Summary :

The Field Electrical Systems Engineer will report directly to the LEU+ Construction Manager and will collaborate closely with the EPC Contractor, Construction Superintendents, Project Engineers, CFFF Maintenance, and LEU+ Engineering to ensure that all electrical systems construction / installation work is performed in accordance with the approved engineering plans, drawings and specifications. This role will maintain electrical systems construction oversight of the project during construction of the building and installation of the manufacturing process, and during commissioning through turnover to operations.

Your Day-to-Day :

This field position will be responsible for the on-site installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and installations for field activities supporting construction of the LEU+ fuel fabrication facility at CFFF. The primary objective is to assist and support the Construction Superintendent and Project Engineer by overseeing the electrical systems construction progress, interpreting drawings, and collaborating with the team to address electrical systems issues and maintain quality standards.

This is an onsite role which will be located at our CFFF location in Hopkins, SC.

Responsibilities :

• Must be able to work independently but also succeed as part of the project team.
• Represent LEU+ Engineering in the field for electrical systems construction and installations.
• Demonstrate an understanding of construction methods, procedures and administrative processes.
• Oversee the electrical systems construction / installation progress, interpreting drawings, and collaborating with the team to stay abreast of electrical systems issues and maintain quality standards.
• Display strong leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to effectively provide guidance, direction, and assistance.
• Coordinate electrical systems construction / installation interfaces and inspection activities, ensuring adherence to plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Conduct regular jobsite walk-downs to ensure compliance with engineering requirements for assigned discipline.
• Identify and resolve field issues, process change orders and address other technical issues that arise during electrical systems construction and installations.
• Participate in design reviews for assigned discipline, as requested.
• Participate in corrective action, critique and lessons learned activities for assigned discipline to foster problem solving, error prevention, and continual improvement.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on project progress, issues, and other relevant information for assigned discipline.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of construction activities for assigned discipline, including progress reports, inspection reports, and as-built documentation.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe and injury-free workplace by enforcing safety protocols and addressing potential hazards in the field.
• Communicate with internal groups, customers, and vendors as necessary to complete work assignments.
• Review and approve subcontractor work plans and work packages for assigned discipline.
• Participate in regular jobsite project meetings and inspections as directed by the Construction Superintendent and Project Engineer.

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Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer :

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system :

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