Position Title:  Senior Engineer, Electrical

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity? 

At Aecon Engineering Services Inc. (United), we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure, for tomorrow. We come to work every day committed to drive growth and deliver projects that matter for our clients, ourselves, and our communities. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations. 

In December 2024, United Engineers and Constructors was acquired by Aecon Group Inc. Aecon and United have a proven working relationship and the United team continues to operate in the market as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company. 

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with nuclear engineering experience to support work at the Vistra Comanche Peak nuclear station. The successful candidate will be part of a team of engineers in Glen Rose, TX working on plant modification packages. The candidate will support complex engineering assignments including preparation of packages that include specifications and data sheets, calculations, and modifications to existing plant drawings; provide support to proposals, prepare purchase requisitions; review vendor drawings and develop cost and budget estimates and schedules and scope of work documents. 

Hybrid and/or remote work arrangement will be considered for the right candidate.

What You'll Do Here  

• Prepare Engineering Change Packages including but not limited to wiring diagrams and schematics, single line, and three-line drawings for plant modification packages including digital upgrades.
• Prepare specifications for major electrical and control equipment. 
• Prepare AC and DC loading, short circuit and electrical protection calculations
• Perform Digital Upgrade evaluations
• Interface with equipment vendors, including providing oversight and review of project submittals such as drawings, O&M manuals and software quality documentation
• Candidates will support multiple projects and support coordination of activities with clients, contractors, vendors and other members of the project teams.

What You Bring To The Team

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an accredited 4-year university 
• 8 years’ overall experience in design, operations or field service/support for power plants or heavy industrial facilities
• 5 years of experience relating to design of operating nuclear power plants in the U.S.
• NANTeL Certified in the Nuclear Standard Design Process (IP-ENG-01)
• Current or recent qualifications to independently prepare nuclear modification packages at a commercial nuclear plant (i.e., qualified to a utility/owner Quality Assurance program) [preferred]
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in US (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of engineering design and analysis.  Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with nuclear regulations and industry standards
• Experience to include leading a team of engineers and technicians and training/mentoring junior staff
• Good written and oral communication skills.  Must be able to interface with other members of the project team including other disciplines, clients, contractors and vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Expertise using Microsoft Office products
• Must be able to obtain unescorted access to nuclear plants and other facilities requiring background checks and pre-employment/random.
• Field experience at an operating nuclear plant

Benefits Include: 

• Health Insurance Benefits (Comprehensive Plan- Dental/Medical/Vision)
• 401K (comprehensive match plan) 
• Paid Vacation - (vacation/wellness days)
• Health and Wellness Home Benefit - (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
• Tuition Reimbursement - (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)

Due to the nature of work that United performs, candidates must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United States.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.