Nuclear Risk-Informed Design Engineer

Pay Range: $54.63hr - $59.63hr

Job Overview:

This experienced engineering contractor will independently collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk-informed tools and processes that enhance nuclear safety, operational decision-making, and regulatory compliance. The role requires advanced system and/or design engineering expertise, sound judgment, and delivery of high-quality work with minimal supervision and rework.

Responsibilities:

• Develop technical bases and supporting documentation in support of 10 CFR 50.69 categorizations, Surveillance Test Risk-Informed Documented Evaluation (STRIDE in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program), and Risk Informed Completion Times.
• Research and provide reference documentation to third parties.
• Conduct reviews of products with site resources.
• Research and resolve system design and operations questions that arise from project activities.
• Provide engineering/technical expertise to identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues; assess impacts on a system and fleet-wide basis; and communicate options and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Plan and execute assigned work with appropriate estimating, scheduling, and status reporting; manage multiple workstreams where limited standardization exists and solutions require independent problem solving within area of expertise.
• Prepare and maintain thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, calculations/analyses, and supporting documentation; recommend process and standards enhancements as appropriate.
• Establish effective working relationships with engineering, operations, licensing, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Workers at this level solve more complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with general supervision. Workers are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant plant / corporate nuclear experience.
• Experience in the utility industry at a site/station, preferably in Engineering or Operations.
• Familiarity with fundamental BWR or PWR plant systems.
• Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.

Desired Qualifications:

• SRO certification, RO or SRO license, or Technical Nuclear certification.
• Advanced knowledge of probabilistic risk assessment methodologies and risk-informed applications (e.g., RI-ISI, 10 CFR 50.69, risk-informed technical specifications) and related regulatory requirements.
• Probabilistic Risk Assessment experience.
• Proficient in principles of project management; MBA and/or PMP designation viewed favorably.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree.