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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Engineer - Plant Electrical Systems Design - **Company:** GE Vernova - **Location:** Wilmington, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $85,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Confluence, Computer Programming, MATLAB, Mathcad, Microsoft Visio, MicroStation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Productivity Software, Requirements Management, Simulink, Systems Architecture, Mathworks, Atlassian Tools, Enovia, Autodesk Autocad - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/us/en/find-jobs-in-United-States/-78235DD8F843F90F6A/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering * 5+ years in heavy and high reliability industries such as nuclear, power, process, marine, oil & gas, military, etc. Eligibility Requirements: * The work location for this role is Wilmington, NC or Atlanta, GA (relocation assistance provided if not already local) * This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Desired Characteristics: * Master's degree in Engineering for Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or equivalent year technical degree. * Professional Engineer (PE) License * Ability to design and draft, independently produce finish products using AutoCad or MicroStation * Excellent PC as well as productivity software eg; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio . * Experience using modern digital engineering collaboration and design tools such as: + Hexagon Smart Electrical (SPEL) + Content creation eg, Confluence/Atlassian, + Requirements management eg, DOORS-NextGen/IBM, MS Team Center, + Diagram and drawing eg, Visio/Microsoft, AutoCAD/Autodesk, + Design and analysis simulation eg, Easy5/MSC, Simulink-MATLAB/MathWorks, Mathcad/PTC, 3KeyMaster/WSC, ETAP, SKM, + Change, configuration, document, and bill of material (BOM) management eg, ENOVIA/Dassault-Systems . * Strong Protection and Control experience + Experience with Grid Interface + Experience with Generator and Larger Power Transformer Protection + Programming and setting GE-Multilin and SEL Relays ## Description * System Architecture: Lead the design and integration of SC1/Class 1E (safety-related) and SC2 and SC3 electrical systems, including Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) distribution. * Analysis & Modeling: Perform complex electrical studies such as load flow, short circuit, motor starting, and protective relay coordination using ETAP software using ANSI/IEC standards. * Prepare Electrical Engineer Deliverables: Prepare electrical engineering deliverables such as Requirements Specifications, Electrical Load Lists, One-lines, Calculations, Schematics and 3-Line lines. Ensure deliverables are on-spec., on-budget, and on-schedule. * Equipment Specification: Develop detailed procurement specifications for major components, including main transformers, switchgear, diesel generators, and UPS systems and collaborate with suppliers. * Regulatory Compliance: Navigate regulatory requirements (CA-CNSC and US-NRC), support licensing processes, ensuring all designs meet nuclear-specific standards. * Grid Integration: Interface with transmission providers to manage Generator Interconnection Agreements and ensure grid stability compliance. * Compliance with Codes and standards: Applications of codes and standards applicable to electrical systems design in the US and CA (eg IEEE, IEC, CSA and NEC); European Union (eg. 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