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Civil Design Engineer

Holtec
Covert, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2027

Civil Design Engineer

Holtec Palisades is currently seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join the Palisades Nuclear Plant team in Covert, MI.

We are proud of our reputation for professional and technical excellence, and we recognize that the key to upholding that reputation resides in the excellence of our employees. We are looking for talent who brings value to the organization and contributes to advancing our business and reputation.

Palisades Nuclear Power Plant is set become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the industry and the nation!

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

The Civil Engineering department is responsible for establishing and maintaining design standards and principles for a range of civil projects. This role involves managing the design of baseline modifications and ensuring rigorous control and upkeep of design specifications. The successful candidate will uphold design integrity through effective management of all design documents, including project specifications, calculations, construction drawings, testing requirements, and procedural guidelines.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform structural and seismic analysis to ensure that all designs meet stringent safety and performance criteria under various conditions.
  • Maintain the design basis for each site and support maintenance of the licensing basis.
  • Provide cost-effective modification designs when required to improve plant, system or equipment performance.
  • Provide technical support to operations, maintenance, engineering, and other site organizations.
  • Support safe, reliable operation by identifying and effectively resolving issues via the corrective action and work management process.
  • Develop engineering products in accordance with defined standards and procedures.
  • Serve on outage engineering support teams as assigned. Attend training and maintain qualifications necessary to perform required group functions. Act as design authority for the site.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum education required of the position
B.S. Degree in Engineering or other closely related scientific discipline / physical science generally associated with power plant operations, or equivalent work experience (equivalent experience is defined as demonstrated success at the Engineer / Technician level)

Minimum experience required of the position
2 - 5 years' experience in nuclear power design, operations, or equivalent, depending upon engineering level.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position

  • Experience performing structural and seismic analysis.
  • Experience in site or corporate Licensing organizations.
  • Good to excellent communication skills and experience.
  • Proficiency in PC use and applications, depending on Engineering level.


Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

Desired: SRO license or certification on a PWR or BWR; Professional Engineering license.

ANSI Required: No

HDI offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, hospitalization, and other valuable voluntary options; time-off programs; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. HDI is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $105,348 - $158,021

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