ORAU

Electrical Engineer

ORAU • $80K — $100K *
Knoxville, TN 37918In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Hands-on experience with I&C systems, circuits, and data acquisition
  • Familiarity with test equipment like oscilloscopes and multimeters
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to documentation accuracy
  • U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

  • Perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting of I&C systems in nuclear power plants
  • Support laboratory testing and field measurements for electrical data acquisition
  • Prepare and document equipment configurations for plant trips
  • Assist with signal measurements and structured engineering evaluations
  • Contribute to troubleshooting efforts for equipment and test discrepancies
  • Assist in hardware development and prototype assembly
  • Draft technical and trip reports following quality assurance protocols

Benefits

  • Structured training and strong mentorship programs
  • Clear career pathways for growth in the nuclear industry
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Opportunity for hands-on experience with advanced diagnostic equipment
Full Job Description
Overview

Location: Knoxville, TN – OnsiteEmployment Type: Full-Time, PermanentTravel: ~25%Relocation: AvailableClearance: U.S. Citizenship required

 

This Role

AMS is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 5+ years of relevant experience to support electrical testing, troubleshooting, data acquisition, and technical documentation for safetycritical systems. This is a handson role that offers deep exposure to I&C systems, real plant environments, and advanced diagnostic equipment.

AMS provides structured training, strong mentorship, and clear career pathways for engineers who want to grow into specialized contributors in the nuclear industry.

Responsibilities

 Perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting of I&C systems used in nuclear power plants Support laboratory testing, field measurements, and electrical data acquisition Prepare equipment for plant trips, ensuring accurate configuration and documentation Assist with signal measurements, equipment setup, and structured engineering evaluations Contribute to troubleshooting when equipment or test results don't meet expected criteria Assist in hardware development, prototype assembly, and equipment refinement Draft technical reports, trip reports, and documentation with strong attention to detail Follow strict quality assurance and engineering workflow requirements Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and represent AMS professionally onsite

Qualifications

 

Required

 Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or related field Approximately 5+ years of engineering experience Strong analytical and problemsolving ability Handson experience with instrumentation, controls, electrical systems, circuits, hardware, or data acquisition Familiarity with test equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, generators, spectrum/network analyzers, DAQ systems Excellent communication skills and high documentation accuracy Ability to follow structured engineering and QA procedures Willingness to travel (~25%) U.S. citizenship required

Preferred

 Coursework/experience in signal processing, circuits, electrical measurements, hardware development Experience in nuclear, aerospace, defense, automotive, or similar regulated environments Experience with hardware troubleshooting, repair, or prototype assembly Familiarity with EMC/EMI standards (MILSTD461, IEC 61000) Experience writing structured engineering documentation

 

About ORAU

Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) is a consortium of American universities headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, with an office in Washington, D.C., and program offices in multiple locations throughout the country. ORAU works with federal, state, local, and commercial customers to advance national priorities and serve the public interest by integrating academic, government, and scientific resources. ORAU provides scientific and technical solutions to advance research and education, protect public health and the environment, and strengthen national security. ORAU manages the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). ORISE provides scientific and technical solutions to advance national priorities in science, education, and national security. ORAU also manages the Radiation Emergency Assistance Center/Training Site (REAC/TS) for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). REAC/TS provides medical support and training to DOE responders and other federal, state, and local agencies in the event of a radiological or nuclear incident.
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Size
1,300 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
* Ladders Estimates

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