Lead EQ Engineer

Rock Hill, SC, US, 29730

About the role

You will be a contract engineer to join our Nuclear Procurement Engineering & Maintenance Optimization team to lead projects related to Environmental Qualification (EQ) under 10CFR50.49.

Key Responsibilities

• Use industry best practices, including INPO AP-913, to improve equipment reliability, maintenance strategies, testing frequency, inventory management, and long-term plant safety.
• Guide utility clients through program implementation, technical evaluations, and compliance strategies.
• Lead and support 50.69 implementation and reclassification efforts using PRA models, deterministic insights, and expert panel facilitation.
• Facilitate 50.69 expert panels and submit license amendment requests (LARs).
• Support client readiness for audits, program health assessments, and NRC inspections.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and process improvement projects.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, or related discipline)
• Minimum 7 years (Senior) or 10+ years (Principal) or 20+ years (Lead) of experience in the nuclear power industry
• Direct experience with:
• 10CFR50.49 EQ program execution
• INPO AP-913 Equipment Reliability process
• Understanding of PRA fundamentals, system risk importance measures, and component failure modes
• Technical writing skills
• Advanced degree or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Familiarity with Risk-Informed Categorization and Treatment (10CFR50.69) programs
• Experience facilitating 50.69 expert panels and submitting license amendment requests (LARs)
• Familiarity with IEEE 323, IEEE 344, ASME, and related standards
• Experience supporting across multiple nuclear stations
• Knowledge of configuration management, corrective action programs, and RCM principles

Added Qualifications

• Lead and support 50.69 implementation and reclassification efforts using PRA models, deterministic insights, and expert panel facilitation.
• Experience facilitating 50.69 expert panels and submitting license amendment requests (LARs)
• Familiarity with IEEE 323, IEEE 344, ASME, and related standards
• Experience supporting across multiple nuclear stations
• Knowledge of configuration management, corrective action programs, and RCM principles

Safety Pledge to You

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Pay

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $80/hour to $100/hour.

Contact Information

You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com Get connected with WECTEC Staffing Services on social media: LinkedIn Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities