The TeamYou will be joining Valar Atomics' Electrical Engineering team, embedded within the broader Fuel Manufacturing engineering group. The team delivers the electrical infrastructure that powers Valar's fuel manufacturing facilities - from utility interconnection through MV distribution, process area LV systems, and emergency power. You will work alongside I&C, mechanical, and nuclear safety engineers in a collaborative environment that demands technical precision and a strong safety culture, with the opportunity to contribute to some of the most technically interesting power distribution challenges in the advanced nuclear sector.
The Role Valar Atomics is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of MV/LV electrical systems for nuclear fuel manufacturing facilities. The role carries principal technical authority for the electrical discipline - setting engineering standards, directing power system studies, leading substation and protection design, managing vendor programmes, and engaging directly with clients and regulatory bodies
Key Responsibilities - Develop and maintain electrical load lists; perform power system studies including load flow, short circuit (ANSI/IEC), voltage drop, motor starting, and harmonic analysis using SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or equivalent.
- Prepare arc flash hazard analysis to IEEE 1584; develop substation grounding calculations to IEEE 80; size transformers, cables, switchgear buses, capacitor banks, and UPS/battery systems.
- Develop single line diagrams for MV and LV distribution systems from utility interface through to MCCs and final distribution boards; prepare equipment arrangement and layout drawings, cable schedules, tray routing, and underground duct bank designs.
- Specify MV switchgear, LV switchboards, MCCs, distribution panelboards, transformers, bus ducts, VFDs, UPS systems, and standby generator packages; prepare electrical area classification drawings and specify hazardous area equipment to NEC/CEC 500 or IEC 60079 series.
- Prepare protection relay settings studies and time-current coordination plots for MV systems; specify protection relays and metering equipment; develop relay panel arrangement drawings, DC control schematics, and MCC control wiring diagrams.
- Prepare technical specifications and data sheets for electrical equipment; evaluate vendor bids; review vendor drawings, type test reports, and quality plans; witness factory acceptance tests.
- Lead vendor pre-qualification, technical bid evaluation, and award recommendation for major electrical packages; manage vendor document review cycles; lead factory audits for safety-related or nuclear-classified equipment.
- Prepare electrical installation specifications; support pre-commissioning activities including insulation testing, continuity checks, relay secondary injection, and equipment energisation; respond to site technical queries.
- Coordinate with I&C engineers on motor and drive control interfaces; coordinate with civil and structural disciplines on substation layout and cable penetration requirements.
- Mentor and develop junior electrical engineers; represent the electrical discipline at design reviews, HAZOP studies, AHJ meetings, and regulatory interactions; direct contractors and consultants on electrical scope including work assignment, technical review, and deliverable oversight.
Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum 5+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience with demonstrated leadership of complex MV/LV design programmes.
- Advanced proficiency in power system analysis software (SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or equivalent) covering load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, and motor starting.
- Demonstrated ability to lead substation design from concept through detailed engineering.
- Deep knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, CSA, and IEC electrical standards for industrial and process facilities.
Preferred Skills and Experience - EIT designation or P.Eng. / P.E. registration (or equivalent), or active pursuit thereof.
- Experience with nuclear facility electrical design and nuclear classification requirements (IEEE 384, CSA N290.7).
- Familiarity with seismically qualified electrical equipment (IEEE 344).
- Experience with IEC 61850 substation automation and protection communication.
- Experience with DC systems and battery sizing (IEEE 485/1115).
- Experience with utility interconnection studies and PPA technical interface requirements.
What We Offer - Competitive base salary
- Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite
- Generous PPE stipend
- High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy
- Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement
- Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders
- The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up
Salary$144,000-$176,000 USD
