Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title: ENG- Y Electrical Contractor Authority Having Jurisdiction - UPF
Career Level: Advisor
Organization: Facility System (50324121)
Job Specialty: Core Engineering
What You'll Do
- Serve as a Y-12 Site Electrical Contractor Authority Having Jurisdiction (ECAHJ) by providing expertise for the application and implementation of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70, National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Work Place, along with additional NFPA electrical related codes and standards requiring an established ECAHJ for implementation, and other associated industry standards applicable to facilities at the Y-12 site.
- Possess sufficient technical knowledge and experience in the electrical engineering and electrical construction disciplines to effectively interpret and ensure compliance with the NEC.
- Develops and implements electrical safety programs and procedures in an attempt to eliminate personnel injury and/or property damage due to fire, explosion, arc flash, and electrical shock.
- Where specific rules are not established in the code, review and approve alternate methods when assured that electrical safety objectives can be achieved by establishing and maintaining effective safety equal to, or exceeding, established codes, regulations and standards.
- Manage the development and documentation of equivalencies and exemptions to NFPA codes 70 and 70E; and OSHA electrical requirements at Y-12 for electrical equipment issues, in accordance with 10CFR851, Worker Safety and Health Program.
- In conjunction with the Maintenance and Construction Organizations, is responsible for assisting the Sr. ECAHJ with the implementation and oversight of the qualified Electrical Inspectors process, and ensure that trained and qualified electrical inspectors are available for evaluation of new and modified systems and equipment. Coordinate implementation of the electrical inspections process in accordance with Y73-528, "Electrical Safety Manual", to ensure compliance with code requirements.
- Works with Design and Operations Engineering as needed to ensure new or modified electrical equipment and systems are compliant with electrical code requirements and other electrical safety regulations. Coordinate with engineering organizations to implement the approval of custom built and non-NRTL-approved equipment, in accordance with Y73-528.
- Serve as an advisor to ES&H, facility managers, project managers and engineering for NFPA electrical code related issues, and as a member of the Electrical Incident Investigation Team (EIIT), assists with investigations of accidents and incidents involving electrical systems or equipment when requested.
- Utilizing various communicative tools (i.e., oral presentations, metrics, white papers, reports, etc.), collaborates with management and customer designees on matters pertaining to electrical code implementation at Y-12. Serve in a consultative role to senior management, resolving issues pertaining to electrical code implementation policies as it relates to NFPA 70 and 70E code requirements.
- Ensures all related activities are conducted with discipline and rigor in compliance with Conduct of Engineering and Operations, Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) and Integrated Safeguards and Security Management (ISSM) principles and requirements. Serve as a standing member of the Y-12 Electrical Safety Committee.
What You Can Expect
- Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
- Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
- Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
- Career advancement and professional development programs
- Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2 alternative). DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2).
Preferred Job Requirements
- International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) Certified Electrical Inspector
- 7 years' experience in the design, installation, inspection, and/or other oversight of industrial electrical power distribution systems with demonstrated knowledge of the standard materials and methods used in the installation of electrical systems and equipment (typical experience ranging from 10 to 15 years)
- Well versed in the approved methods of construction for safety to persons and property complying with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, IEEE C2, National Electrical Safety Code and 29 CFR 1910, Subpart S, Electrical
- Frequent use and application of electrical technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
- Understanding of Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Operations, and Conduct of Maintenance for facilities operating within a nuclear regulated environment
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate through oral and written word, read and interpret drawings and specifications, and convert the criteria into detailed written documents
- Ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment, and discretion under limited supervision; develop, manage, and report planned cost and scheduled work; and develop a plan for recovery in order to successfully achieve overall objectives
- Demonstrated technical capabilities, leadership, and work ethic
- Ability to work in a project team environment and communicate well with other disciplines, customers, and stakeholders
- Ability to follow procedures and work within a rigorous work process
- Capable of handling classified information
Why Y-12?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Pantex and Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.
If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply.
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
