Senior Nuclear Planner
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Energy Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Operations Engineer
Senior Nuclear Planner
The Senior Nuclear Planner is a key technical position responsible for developing comprehensive work packages for maintenance, modifications, and surveillance activities at nuclear power facilities. This position requires advanced planning expertise, strong technical knowledge of nuclear systems, and the ability to lead planning initiatives that ensure safe, efficient, and compliant work execution. This role is for an Outage Mechanical Planner.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed work order task descriptions, including step-by-step instructions, material requirements, tool lists, and post-maintenance testing requirements.
- Plan complex maintenance activities including ASME Section XI work, ISI/IST programs, and modification packages.
- Ensure work packages comply with regulatory requirements, technical specifications, and plant procedures.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced planners and planner associates.
- Lead planning initiatives for outage and online work activities.
- Interface with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Work Management, and Supply Chain to optimize work execution.
- Ensure all work packages meet Quality Assurance requirements and regulatory standards.
- Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, tools, and standards.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field, or an equivalent of 10 years of plant experience in a technical field.
Experience:
A minimum of 7+ years of nuclear power plant experience, with at least 4 years in maintenance planning or an equivalent technical role. Demonstrated progression in planning responsibilities and complexity of work assignments.
Technical
Skills:
Comprehensive understanding of nuclear plant systems, components, and operations. Working knowledge of ASME codes (Section XI, Section IX), ISI/IST programs, and regulatory requirements. Proficiency with work management systems (e.g., NAMS/Passport, Primavera P6). Fluency in ISI, IST, ASME Sect XI, ANI, ANII, and Weld Travelers.
Skills &
Competencies:
Ability to develop clear, concise, and technically accurate work instructions. Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination. Demonstrated ability to mentor others and lead planning initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related science.
- Experience planning for refueling outages and major maintenance activities.
- Familiarity with multiple nuclear plant designs (PWR and/or BWR).
- Knowledge of FME (Foreign Material Exclusion) controls and cleanliness requirements.
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
Working Conditions
- This position is in an office and plant environment with occasional field walkdowns.
- Extended hours may be required during outage planning periods.
- The ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access authorization is necessary.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform plant walkdowns, which includes climbing ladders, accessing confined spaces, and navigating industrial environments.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
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