Principal Electrical/Digital Engineering Specialist - Project Engineer Nuclear

Principal Electrical/Digital Engineering Specialist – Project Engineer Nuclear

GIG Nuclear / Generation Industrial & Government

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Mesa’ strategic growth strategy for our commercial nuclear division is to leverage part-time engineering expertise to create a ready service pool of available staff to support client projects in nuclear generation. This position is a Nuclear I&C Digital Design and Cyber Security Engineer. The successful candidate will support development of design deliverables associated with digital I&C design changes for commercial nuclear plants. Candidate will provide equal support in Cyber Security and Digital Modifications to meet the need or nuclear clients, those whose experience is mainly Cyber Security, Digital, or Plant Modifications will be considered. The preferred candidate will have experience with Digital Modifications and Cyber Security upgrades at commercial nuclear stations.

Responsibilities include performing a broad range of Digital I&C design activities to support development of design change documentation, including modification of system requirements, system network architecture, control logic, and HMI. Understanding cyber security implications surrounding the overall architecture of plant networks, operating systems, hardware platforms, plant specific applications, and the services and protocols upon which these applications relay. Ability to generate cyber assessments and component classification in accordance with 10CFR73.54 and NEI 08-09 and ensuring the classification of critical digital assets are documented prior to being presented to client Cyber Security Assessment Teams for review and approval.

Responsibilities may include being a technical point of contact with the customer, leading integrated engineering teams, and providing area expertise in development of industry standard design and calculations associated with design and construction of commercial nuclear modifications. Typical duties will include leading engineering teams in the development and issuance of design deliverables associated with defined scopes of work, mentoring engineering staff in the intricacies of commercial nuclear design, making design presentations to client representatives, completing design checks and/or independent verifications of deliverables, supporting the Project Manager with monitoring and control of project performance, and supporting the bid and estimation process if requested. This position will coordinate, plan, and execute engineering activities with little oversight associated with design, procurement, and construction phase services on commercial nuclear projects in accordance with customer and Mesa processes and procedures.

A strong background in commercial nuclear design and developing engineering competencies is required.

Requirements:

• Must be proficient in preparation of engineering change packages (EC's), with knowledge of Standard Design Process
• Knowledgeable of Industry Standard Digital Design Engineering NISP-EN-04 is required.
• BS degree from an accredited university – electrical, computer, or related field.
• MS or other advanced degree in engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 8 years experience in design of modifications in commercial nuclear plants.
• Must be able to demonstrate adaptability; must be proficient in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving issues within a nuclear power plant environment.
• Experience working with multiple nuclear clients and vendors is desirable.
• Must be able to obtain unescorted access at an operating or construction nuclear plant.
• Position requires excellent communication skills and ability to interface with customers and internal team members under a matrixed organization.
• Experience with Industry Standard Design Procedure IP-ENG-001 is highly desirable.
• Position must sit in our Chattanooga office (relocation assistance offered) and must be able to travel to plant sites when needed (approx. 6-8 days/month when working on an active project).

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Qualifications

Behaviors:

Required:

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Preferred:

Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Education:

Required: Bachelors or better in Computer Engineering or related field.

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