Electrical Engineer – SMR BWXR-300
Join one of Canada’s Largest Clean Energy Projects!
ABMI is looking for a Welding Engineer to support the Small Modular Reactor project!
You will be responsible for the design of electrical power systems supporting the BWRX-300 Small Module Reactor. This involves the design, analysis, procurement and integration of the electrical power systems ranging from the main generator and grid connection, in plant distribution system down to the end use loads.
📍 Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)
☢️ Nuclear Energy
📍Contract or Full-Time position
✅ ABMI is an engineering consulting firm recognized for its strong technical expertise in the industrial sector. We support major industry players in their most strategic projects by mobilizing our consultants - true experts - to strengthen project teams and share cutting-edge know-how.
For more than 35 years, ABMI has been a trusted engineering partner across highly regulated industries, delivering innovative solutions throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Our sectors:
✈️ Aerospace & Space | ☢️ Nuclear & Energy | 🚗 Mobility | 🏭 Industry | 🛡️ Defence
Equal opportunities
- No barrier should hold back talent ! Dedicated to equal opportunities, our Group embraces an inclusive approach: every position is open to all, and we actively support the integration of people with disabilities.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
- 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 (e.g. IEEE, IEC, CSA and NEC)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION
- Education: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- Professional Engineering License: US (PE) or CA (PEng)
- Experience: 8+ years in heavy and high reliability industries such as; nuclear, power, process, marine, oil & gas, military, etc
- Experience: Excellent PC as well as productivity software [e.g.; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio].
EXAMPLES OF TECHNICAL ASSETS
Ability to design and draft, independently produce finish products using AutoCad or MicroStation
Experience using modern digital engineering collaboration and design tools such as:
- Hexagon Smart Plant (SPEL)
- Content creation [e.g., Confluence/Atlassian],
- Requirements management [e.g., DOORS-NextGen/IBM],
- Diagram and drawing [e.g., Visio/Microsoft, AutoCAD/Autodesk],
- Design and analysis simulation [e.g., Easy5/MSC, Simulink MATLAB/MathWorks, Mathcad/PTC, 3KeyMaster/WSC, ETAP, SKM],
- Change, configuration, document, and bill of material (BOM) management [e.g., 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
The salary for this position ranges from C$ 120 000 to C$ 160 000 gross per year, depending on your experience and qualifications.
