Job Title: Engineer SR - EPU Engineering Support
Immediate W2 contract position available in Birmingham, AL.
Estimated Duration: 18 months

Project Context
Currently pursuing Extended Power Uprates (EPU) for PWR and BWR units. For these projects, the company is currently developing Design Input Requests (DIRs) to support analysis by external Architect-Engineer firms to assess the plant under EPU conditions to support the license amendment and potential plant modifications. The company will be receiving Task Reports detailing the results of these analyses which will undergo validation through owner acceptance. We are seeking experienced nuclear professionals who can provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

Desired Qualifications:

• The Engineer SR position requires 10+ years of related experience and an accredited bachelor’s degree.
• Responsible for applying engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to design and construct power related systems.
• Supports estimate preparation, develops design options, and prepares construction specifications.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for approved contractors as they develop design solutions, cost estimates, and construction packages.

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of commercial nuclear power plant experience.
• Strong understanding of nuclear plant systems, operations, engineering, or licensing processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment supporting EPU-related activities.

Preferred Experience
The ideal candidate would possess several of the following qualifications:

• Nuclear Fleet Experience
• Previous experience supporting plant operations, engineering, design, licensing, or modifications.
• Previous experience supporting plant operations, engineering, design, licensing or modifications.
• Familiarity with plant systems, procedures, and configuration management processes in the nuclear fleet.
• Operations Background
• Prior experience in nuclear plant operations, including system operation, troubleshooting, procedure use, and plant response.
• Ability to evaluate engineering changes from an operational perspective.
• Engineering Design / Systems Engineering
• Experience preparing or reviewing engineering analyses, calculations, design changes, design input documents, or technical reports.
• Strong systems engineering background with knowledge of plant system interactions and performance.
• Experience with power uprate projects particularly in Engineering and Design Basis.
• Licensing Experience
• Experience supporting nuclear licensing activities, regulatory evaluations, or NRC submittals.
• Understanding of licensing impacts associated with plant modifications and power uprate projects.

Alternative Candidate Profile

• If nuclear experience is not available, candidates with the following background would also be highly desirable:
• Experience at another Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) or Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) facility.
• Direct involvement in a Power Uprate (EPU or other uprate project) at a commercial nuclear plant.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering, operations, or licensing considerations associated with power uprate implementation.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• 5 years of commercial nuclear industry experience.
• Familiarity with nuclear plant systems, design processes, operations, or licensing.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Creating a safe work environment by putting safety first.
• Understand the process used for planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance.
• Understanding the functions and activities of various internal departments involved in design, construction, and maintenance.
• Understanding design practices and work processes, using all software applications used in design.
• Understanding industry and Company design standards.
• Supporting design standard and criteria development for the system.
• Supporting construction and maintenance teams during day-to-day operations.
• Estimating material for projects.
• Transmitting construction packages and supporting specifications.

Skillsets and Expertise (required):
Advanced engineering knowledge.
Advanced problem-solving skills.
Discretion making independent decisions based on procedure.
Advanced discipline software knowledge.
Strong work ethic.
Positive attitude.Ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff and/or vendors.

Why Choose The E Group? We are an award winning firm recognized for having an outstanding reputation with our clients and employees. All contractors are eligible for full group health and dental benefits, 401K with matching, and various insurances. Generous living expenses are given to help those who relocate or have duplicate housing.