Experienced Electrical Safety Advisor in Engineering

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

SRNS is seeking to hire an Electrical Safety Advisor within our Engineering organization. This position will provide solutions to complex site safety programs and engineering related issues in Electrical Safety working under a consultative direction.

Job responsibilities include:
Provide expert level electrical safety assistance and advice in maintaining elements of the SRS Electrical Safety Program including site electrical engineering standards, guides, procedures, and training.
Develop, plan and evaluate a broad range of unique initiatives and policies in support of the Electrical Safety Program.
Provide expert knowledge of diverse electrical safety hazards and mitigation.
Provide oversight for site electrical safety and engineering programs including: performing complex electrical safety field evaluations, reviewing and providing expert level guidance for electrical hazard evaluations, investigating electrical incidents, shocks and injuries, developing safety alerts related to electrical incidents, developing technical reports based on expert interpretation of observations and audits, participating in root cause analysis and corrective action plan development.
Interpret regulatory requirements related to electrical safety including OSHA, NFPA 70E, NFPA 70 and ANSI C2 and provide expert advice to ensure compliance with 10 C.F.R. 851, Worker Safety and Health Program.
Analyze changes to regulatory requirements and evaluate impacts. Serve in an advisory function for interactions with peers, regulators, DOE, DNFSB, EFCOG and other DOE contractors as requested by management.
Perform Design Authority Engineer roles to support facility operations as needed, including low and medium voltage power distribution. Ability to perform arc flash analysis to support facility operations.
Must be proficient at giving presentations in-person and on TEAMs.

Engineering services will be provided using SRS processes and procedures. Programmatic guidance will be provided by SRS.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in relevant field plus at least fifteen years of experience (YOE), OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least twelve years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field plus at least eight years of experience (YOE)
Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

We'd Also Like to See

Candidate must demonstrate expert knowledge and application of electrical safety regulatory requirements including OSHA 1910 Subpart S, OSHA 1910.269 and OSHA 1926 Subpart K, NEC, NFPA 70E
Candidate must also have working knowledge of IEEE 1584 related to arc flash analysis methodology
Candidate must have the ability perform electrical safety assessments and reviews and experience reviewing Arc Flash Hazard Analysis engineering studies

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at , or by e-mail at

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Discipline Description

Electrical/Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) engineers provide engineering support for electrical and/or instrumentation systems in an operating nuclear materials processing plant or as part of the broader site infrastructure. Electrical/I&C engineers identify system concepts and determine system functional and technical requirements, develop, and analyze equipment performance, monitor system performance, troubleshoot, and resolve problems and ensure operation within technical, regulatory and safety basis requirements. They propose and develop process/system improvements including equipment upgrades, and plant modifications.

Career Band Description

Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

Career Level Description

Recognized as an expert within the company and requires in-depth expertise in own field/discipline and broad knowledge of other job disciplines, while solving unique problems that have a broad impact on the business.

Job Family Description

Engineering roles perform engineering work in operations, production, construction, or maintenance environments. They may design and scale up manufacturing processes, instruments and equipment and tests manufactured products to maintain quality. They may plan, design, and estimate time and cost and oversees construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, systems, and components. They analyze and develop solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or the causes of component failures. They develop and apply engineering standards and procedures and provide advice on issues within the engineering field.

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.