Major Projects - Digital I&C Nuclear Principal Engineer
Job Description
Maintain plant configuration control by advocating for the site's Design Bases.
Prepare modifications, calculations, specifications, and technical reports to support the power uprate project.
Coordinate owner’s acceptance reviews of products developed by external consulting service companies contracted by Vistra for the power uprate project.
Requires performing field walk-downs and interfacing with other groups to resolve emergent issues and support appropriate constructability of modifications.
Providing support for interface with regulatory and oversight agencies including Nuclear Regulatory Commission Inspections.
Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety e.g. nuclear, industrial, personal, radiological, etc.
Provide innovative engineering solutions for difficult problems.
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
- Bachelor's of Science Engineering degree or related Science degree from a college or university with an accredited engineering program.
- Registered Professional Engineer, desired. Ohio preferred or able to secure through reciprocity (strong preferred).
- 10-15 years of experience.
- Technical understanding of nuclear plant processes/programs not well understood by others.
- Experience with upgrading control systems from analog to digital.
- Extensive knowledge in Digital I&C area of expertise.
- Experience with GE Mark VIe and Westinghouse Ovation Digital Control System platforms (preferred).
Key Metrics
- Qualified to prepare complex design changes.
- Prepare engineering reports.
- Qualified to prepare complex 10CFR50.59 evaluations.
- Perform tasks in accordance with established expectations for nuclear safety and personnel safety.
- May be responsible for developing other employees in area of expertise.
- Serves a lead role on projects, teams, processes, or programs.
- One of few who possess abilities not easily gained and of significant depth in specific area(s) of expertise.