Electrical Planner III, Nuclear

Electrical Planner III, Nuclear
KBH | Richland, WA | Employment Type: Contract

About Us
KBH Industrial is a trusted resource for utilities and channel partners across the energy and industrial sectors, providing project management, project controls, senior consulting, and specialized technical support. Founded on the principle of people-first, honesty, collaboration and safety, KBH places skilled professionals in critical individual roles, working side by side with client teams to deliver deep expertise and dependable results.

Job Summary
We are seeking an Electrical Planner III to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and preparing electrical work packages for a Nuclear Projects organization at a commercial nuclear generating station. The packages cover large and small scale projects performed by Electrical and contract maintenance organizations. Your work will ensure plant projects are performed safely, reliably and efficiently, in compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable codes and standards. This is an onsite role working a 4x10 schedule, Monday through Thursday.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare work instructions for Electrical and contract maintenance organizations supporting projects and the implementation of modifications.
• Select and approve purchases, or make procurement recommendations, for all materials needed to execute work packages.
• Conduct field walkdowns to analyze maintenance, modification and surveillance activities, and use the findings to improve work package quality.
• Collaborate with Work Management, Supply, Operations and Engineering to identify and resolve work package issues.
• Define the procedures, drawings, equipment and materials required for planned work.
• Prepare and submit RWPs, plant barrier impairments, fire impairments, operability impact statements, ALARA task outs, regulatory and code documentation, and quality hold and witness points.
• Verify work instructions are adequate and comply with station procedures, NEC codes and applicable standards.
• Review and approve work packages for safety, quality and technical rigor, including 10CFR50.59 screening or evaluation when required.
• Develop, revise and review maintenance procedures to improve work package development and maintain compliance with codes, standards and vendor recommendations.
• Provide project management and direction to other planners or contractors developing detailed package elements.
• Participate in work control and scheduling meetings, craft feedback sessions, contract requisition reviews, complex troubleshooting, maintenance risk and clearance order reviews, planner peer reviews, and system interaction reviews.

Qualifications & Skills

• Electrical work planning experience at a commercial nuclear power plant, including modification packages
• Working knowledge of NEC and electrical maintenance practices
• Experience with a work management system such as Maximo, Passport or Asset Suite
• Ability to obtain Planner I qualification
• Green Badge Level 2 access required
• Business travel may be authorized

Required Education and Experience
Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of six years of experience in a technical area (maintenance, engineering, operations or maintenance planning)
• An associate's degree from an accredited college or university and eight years of experience in a technical area
• A high school diploma or GED, plus technical training or education similar to an in-grade apprenticeship program for maintenance related work, and six years of experience in a technical area
• A high school diploma or GED and ten years of experience in a technical area

College or university education from an accredited institution counts year for year toward technical work experience.

Required Abilities and Skills
Candidates must demonstrate the following:

• Effective written and verbal communication
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems
• Working knowledge of nuclear power plant work management and planning processes
• Knowledge of safety regulations in a power plant environment
• Knowledge of ALARA requirements
• Knowledge of nuclear security operations, regulations and requirements

Pay
$54.49 to $85.40 per hour, depending on experience. Per diem and mob/demob are available.

Benefits
KBH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, a 401(k) program, and other employee perks to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.