Type One Energy Group
Senior Power Systems Electrical Engineer
Knoxville, TN · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 27 days ago
NLPSystems EngineeringElectrical EngineeringPower ElectronicsLeadership
About the role
- This role demands deep expertise in industrial power distribution, motors, switchgear, and power system studies, with a strong focus on system robustness, operability, and maintainability.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design of low and medium voltage (480V-13.8 kV) distribution systems for stellarator facilities and supporting infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain single-line diagrams, load schedules, grounding systems, and equipment layouts.
- Specify low and medium voltage switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and distribution panels designed for high availability and continuous operation.
- Load flow / power flow analysis Short circuit analysis Arc flash hazard analysis (IEEE 1584) Protective device coordination Voltage drop and steady-state performance evaluations Develop and maintain system models using ETAP, EasyPower, or SKM PowerTools.
- Design and specify VFDs, MV drives, and motor starting methods optimized for continuous-duty operation.
- Develop and own protection philosophies and relay coordination strategies for LV/MV systems.
- Mentor junior engineers and perform design and study reviews.
- Lead internal and external design reviews.
- Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in power systems engineering or industrial electrical design.
- Demonstrated expertise in: 480V-13.8 kV distribution systems Industrial switchgear, MCCs, and motor systems Power system modeling and analysis Advanced proficiency with ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or similar tools.
- Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE standards, and NFPA 70E.
- 480V-13.8 kV distribution systems Industrial switchgear, MCCs, and motor systems Power system modeling and analysis Advanced proficiency with ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or similar tools.
Nice to have
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience in fusion, energy generation, large-scale R&D facilities, or continuous-process industrial plants.
- Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology.
- For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
- Equal Opportunity Statement Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
- We value diversity, searching for the best new ideas and remaining open to unique perspectives.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
Benefits
- If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us as a Senior Power Systems Electrical Engineer (Low and Medium Voltage).
Company info
- Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy ⚡️ About Type One Energy Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world.
Equal opportunity
- Statement Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
- Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment independent of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
- All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
- Equal Opportunity Statement Type One Energy is an
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