Senior Outage Engineer
Job Summary
The Senior Engineer will support Outage Engineering for nuclear power customers by developing maintenance and inspection tools for BWR and PWR reactors. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and testing of complex mechanical equipment to meet specific technical requirements. The position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing technical mentorship to ensure successful outage execution.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop complex outage servicing tools and equipment
- Perform engineering analysis and adherence to industry standards
- Generate fabrication drawings and operational instructions
- Provide technical mentorship and feedback to team members
- Support field services with emergent technical issues
Required Skills
- Mechanical/Structural Design
- 3D CAD Proficiency
- Nuclear Engineering standards (ASME, AWS, AISC)
- Project risk assessment and mitigation
- Machine design expertise
Job Details
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Execute the design, development and analysis for specialty tooling and equipment using sound engineering principles and adhering to engineering standards, practices, procedures, and product requirements.
- Develop Outage Servicing Tooling and Equipment of high complexity.
- Demonstrate solid knowledge of Mechanical Design principles including expertise in areas such as; mechanical design, mechanical component design, structural design, welding, joint connections, and fabrication techniques.
- Proactively communicate and deliver assignments on time.
- Identify and mitigate technical risk.
- Communicate technical details to fabricators through the generation of fabrication drawings, specifications, and direct communication.
- Generate operational instructions for newly developed tools and equipment.
- Contribute to the success of others by providing feedback and technical input during design reviews and verifications.
- Provide mentorship to peers.
- Provide emergent issue response to Field Services teams and Customers as required.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
- At least 8 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering and/or machine design experience.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Ability to obtain commercial nuclear site entry.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% (30% if remote) domestically and internationally.
- This role is restricted to U.S. persons due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology.
Desired Characteristics:
- Proficient in 3D CAD design and computer skills.
- Experience in the development of equipment within the nuclear services sector.
- Familiarity with the following codes and standards: AISC, AWS, ASME BPVC, ASTM.
- Solid understanding of the principles of Mechanical/Structural Design and Engineering.
- Ability to troubleshoot improperly functioning equipment and implement the proper changes.
- Ability to assess technical risk and devise suitable means to mitigate.
- Familiarity with LEAN tools and principles.