Nuclear Engineer I or Nuclear Engineer II - Electrical Procurement

Nuclear Engineer I or Nuclear Engineer II - Electrical Procurement

Nuclear Engineer I or Nuclear Engineer II – Electrical Procurement This position description is for an Engineer 1 or Engineer II (Electrical Procurement Engineer) located at the McGuire Nuclear Plant. Although located at the McGuire Nuclear Plant, this is a corporate Nuclear Engineering Department position that supports all Duke Energy nuclear sites. A primary function of this position is to provide support to the Duke Energy Nuclear sites through developing and approving procurement engineering products which include, but are not limited to equivalency evaluations, commercial grade technical evaluations and dedication plans, part safety classification analysis, and reverse engineering, by utilizing the most cost-effective, prudent, and fleet procurement options.

Preferred location is MNS, but CNS and ONS are options as well.

• Support the generation of engineering equivalency evaluations and commercial grade dedication packages to address site related maintenance issues.
• Provide cost-effective engineering and testing solutions to improve plant performance and maintain the plant’s safety margins by maintaining and meeting design requirements, coordinating supporting activities, resolving equipment non-conformances, and ensuring the quality of documents provided.
• Evaluation and selection of the most prudent cost-effective alternatives for procurement consistent with schedules and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain an understanding of engineering principles relating to how an item functions, how it must be tested, and how to interpret the test results.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge/understanding of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements/guidance/direction (ASME, ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, Code of Federal Regulations, EPRI, NEI, NUREG, etc.) used in the nuclear industry in general, procurement, and QA.
• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, testing, and resolution of routine problems in area of expertise.
• Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, test reports, correspondence, and documentation associated with the resolution of routine engineering and dedication work.
• Possesses knowledge of fundamental engineering and testing concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintains accurate records and files.

• Nuclear Engineer I – Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master ’s degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. 0-2 years of engineering experience.
• Nuclear Engineer II – Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master ’s degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. 2-4 years of engineering experience. Minimum of 1 year of nuclear experience.

• Understanding of basic engineering and testing theories and principles.
• Understanding of basic practices of engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Experience in the nuclear utility industry.
• Post-Bachelor's degree (ex. Masters’ or professional school equivalent).
• Area of Specialization (Master of Engineering).
• Previous on-the-job nuclear Procurement Engineering and/or QA Testing experience (Environmental Qualification, Seismic Qualification/Testing/Analysis, Functional Testing, Dedication Testing, QA, etc.).
• Working knowledge of power plant operations, including mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Working experience with Nuclear Asset Suite (i.e., Portal J, Passport, Asset Suite).
• Successfully completed EPRI Procurement Training Course for Plant Engineering or equivalent training/experience.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication…