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Nuclear Design Engineer

Full-time

Spencer Ogden

Seeking experienced Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering professionals to support nuclear power generation projects. This opportunity is ideal for engineers with utility industry experience who are knowledgeable in nuclear plant systems, engineering analysis, and risk-informed processes that support nuclear safety, operational decision-making, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop technical documentation and engineering analyses to support risk-informed evaluations, nuclear safety initiatives, and regulatory compliance.
  • Research and resolve complex engineering, system design, and operational issues.
  • Evaluate engineering alternatives, assess potential impacts, and provide sound technical recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and licensing, to support project objectives.
  • Prepare and maintain technical reports, calculations, analyses, and supporting documentation.
  • Manage assigned workstreams, including planning, scheduling, estimating, and status reporting.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering within a power plant or nuclear generation environment.
  • Experience in the utility industry, preferably in plant or station Engineering or Operations.
  • Familiarity with Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) or Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) plant systems.
  • Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate alternatives and present technical recommendations.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with risk-informed applications, probabilistic risk assessment (PRA), or nuclear regulatory requirements.
  • Familiarity with 10 CFR 50.69, risk-informed technical specifications, or Surveillance Frequency Control Programs.
  • Nuclear operator licensing, SRO certification, or other technical nuclear certifications.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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