Senior Nuclear Valve Diagnostic Specialist; AOV​/MOV

We are seeking an experienced Valve Diagnostic Senior Technician Specialist with proven hands‑on expertise in performing diagnostic testing on Air Operated Valves (AOVs) and Motor Operated Valves (MOVs). The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive valve diagnostics, troubleshooting operational issues, validating actuator performance and supporting predictive and preventive maintenance programs in accordance with industry standards and safety requirements.

• Experience using industry‑standard diagnostic tools such as VOTES Infinity, Viper 20, Liberty Quik Look, Emerson AMS, Valve Link/Fisher Flow Scanner/Teledyne Test Mate, Pressure Mate, MOVATS, DIAGMOV/PV‑Pro, Bently Nevada, Baker Hughes Diagnostic Xplorer, MOV AOV Xplorer.

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic testing on various valve types, including AOVs and MOVs, using specialized diagnostic equipment and software.
• Diagnose valve and actuator issues, including torque and thrust discrepancies, stroke time anomalies, and position feedback errors.
• Conduct functional testing under simulated operating conditions to verify valve integrity, responsiveness and operational performance.
• Execute leakage tests for safety and control valves to ensure compliance with operational and safety standards.
• Validate actuator calibration and confirm torque/thrust settings in accordance with OEM specifications and applicable industry standards.

• Analyze diagnostic data to identify early signs of equipment degradation, mechanical wear or actuator misalignment.
• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting test results, findings, observations, and recommended corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate valve diagnostic records within asset management systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo) to ensure traceability and compliance.

• Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs by monitoring valve health and performance trends.
• Participate in root‑cause analysis investigations related to valve failures and contribute to corrective action plans.
• Provide technical support during plant shutdowns, turnarounds, commissioning and maintenance activities.

• Ensure strict adherence to safety procedures, plant requirements and industry standards (including API, ASME, ISA).
• Collaborate with engineering teams, maintenance personnel and OEM representatives to support complex troubleshooting activities and compliance verification.

• Proven hands‑on experience in diagnostic testing of AOVs and MOVs.
• Strong understanding of valve performance analysis, actuator diagnostics and control valve testing methodologies.
• Experience using industry‑standard valve diagnostic software and equipment.
• Familiarity with asset management systems such as SAP, Maximo or equivalent.
• Ability to interpret diagnostic data and prepare comprehensive technical reports.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working in highly regulated industrial environments.

Nuclear industry experience is mandatory.