Electrical Planner III (Nuclear)

Location: Richland, WA 99354 (Onsite)

Schedule: 4x10s, Monday-Thursday, 10 hours/day (40 hrs/week)

Duration: 12-month contract, December 7, 2026 - December 6, 2027 (one year with multi-year extension potential)

Openings: 1

Pay: $70–$82/hr (based on experience)

Per Diem: $216 per day, 7 days a week (approx. $79K/year tax-advantaged for qualifying non-local candidates)

Mob/Demob: Mob/Demob available; expenses eligible.

Role Overview

Plan and prepare Electrical work packages for the Nuclear Projects organization for large- and small-scale projects to be performed by Electrical and contract maintenance organizations to ensure that the plant projects are performed in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner, in compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable codes and standards.

You will work cross-functionally with maintenance, engineering, operations, and supply teams to drive work from planning through execution while minimizing delays and maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical work packages for maintenance, modifications, and capital projects

• Perform field walkdowns to validate scope, materials, and execution plans

• Define required procedures, drawings, materials, and resources for each job

• Support procurement and recommend materials needed for execution

• Prepare and submit required documentation including RWPs, ALARA plans, and regulatory support materials

• Ensure compliance with NEC codes, plant procedures, and nuclear standards, including 10CFR50.59 screening or evaluation (if required)

• Collaborate with Work Management, Engineering, Operations, and Supply to resolve issues

• Participate in scheduling, planning meetings, and work control processes

• Review and approve work packages to ensure safety, quality, and technical accuracy

• Support troubleshooting, risk assessments, and clearance order reviews

• Lead or support peer reviews and provide planning guidance to other planners

• Provide project management of other system planners or contractors to develop detailed elements of overall package preparation

• Develop, revise, and review maintenance procedures to facilitate and enhance work package development and maintain compliance with codes, standards, and vendor recommendations

Required Qualifications

Commercial nuclear power plant experience required

Strong knowledge of nuclear work management and planning processes

Experience with electrical systems, maintenance planning, or engineering support

Working knowledge of:

NEC codes and standards

ALARA principles

Nuclear safety and regulatory requirements

Safety regulations associated with a power plant environment

Nuclear Security operations, regulations, and requirements

Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving ability

Able to communicate effectively in writing and orally

Strong computer skills

Able to obtain Planner I qualification

Education and Experience (one of the following):

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of six years of experience in a technical area (i.e. maintenance, engineering, operations, Maintenance Planning).

OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and eight years of experience in a technical area (i.e. maintenance, engineering, operations, maintenance planning).

OR High school diploma or GED and technical training or education similar to that acquired through an in-grade apprenticeship program for maintenance related work and six years of experience in a technical area (i.e. maintenance, engineering, operations, maintenance planning).

OR High school diploma or GED and ten years of experience in a technical area (i.e. maintenance, engineering, operations, maintenance planning).

Educational experience from an accredited college or university will be considered year for year in exchange for work experience in a technical area.

Benefits (through Cross Resource Group)

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility after 12 months

Weekly pay

Paid Sick Leave (Washington State)

Accrual: 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked

Accrual is uncapped, with carryover allowed year to year

Typical accrual: ~52 hours per year based on a 40-hour schedule

Usable for personal illness, medical appointments, or family care

Ideal Candidate

Experienced nuclear electrical planner or senior maintenance professional

Strong field presence with planning and execution mindset

Able to own work packages from development through completion

Focused on safety, compliance, and efficient execution