Job Description
Job Description
Description : About the Role
Fermi America is seeking a highly experienced Electrical Engineer to support on-site execution for gas-fired power plant construction. This role is part of a small engineering team that actively reviews designs, identifies practical improvements, prevents avoidable mistakes, and oversees progress in the field.
The ideal candidate is a senior electrical engineer with deep construction experience—someone who knows what “right” looks like in the field and is willing to challenge flawed assumptions. Nuclear experience is a plus , but not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Review electrical designs and installation plans for constructability and field execution readiness
- Identify opportunities for improvement (layout, routing, access, sequencing, maintainability)
- Call out inconsistencies or “paper designs” that won’t work in the field
- Oversee and support execution of :
MV / HV systems, transformers, switchgear, MCCs
cable tray / conduit installations, grounding, lighting, auxiliary powerCoordinate with EPC / subcontractors on RFIs, field changes, punch lists, and issue resolutionParticipate in walkdowns, inspections, energization readiness reviews, and turnover planningTrack progress and ensure construction activities support commissioning sequence and scheduleSupport verification of testing documentation (as-built readiness, electrical test plans, QC records)Requirements : Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering10+ years electrical engineering experience in industrial or power construction environmentsStrong understanding of electrical installation practices and field execution workflowsDemonstrated ability to drive technical clarity with contractors and multiple stakeholdersStrong communication and documentation skillsPreferred
Gas plant electrical scope experience (including grid / substation interfaces)Familiarity with commissioning / energization readinessNuclear experience (especially disciplined design review and QA standards)