Nuclear Project Engineer III

 ReNuke Services is seeking a Nuclear Project Engineer III for our client’s site in Charlotte, NC!

Summary

The Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) department is seeking engineering support for the Risk-Informed Capital Initiatives team. This team is responsible for leading strategic initiatives and implementing risk-informed applications across the nuclear fleet. The team collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy risk-informed decision-making tools and processes that enhance safety, optimize operations, and support regulatory compliance.

The contractor will collaborate with Duke Energy stakeholders and cross-functional teams to develop and deploy risk-informed decision-making tools and processes that enhance safety, optimize operations, and support regulatory compliance.

 With appropriate on-boarding, the contractor is expected to work independently with minimal supervision, exercise sound engineering judgment, and deliver high-quality work products that may be used with limited rework.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation support for strategic risk-informed applications and initiatives across the nuclear fleet (e.g., Risk-Informed Completion Times, Surveillance Frequency Control Program, and 10 CFR 50.69 categorizations including development of Alternative Treatments), including development of technical bases and supporting documentation.
• • Specifically, this will entail the following tasks, at a minimum:
  • • Research and provide reference documentation to third parties
    • Coordinate reviews with site resources
    • Research and resolve system design and operations questions that arise from 50.69 categorization and/or alternative treatment activities.
• Provide engineering/technical expertise to identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues; assess impacts on a system and fleet-wide basis; and communicate options and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Apply technical rigor and operating experience to produce risk-informed solutions that optimize safety, support regulatory compliance, and enhance operational decision-making.
• Plan and execute assigned work with appropriate estimating, scheduling, and status reporting; manage multiple workstreams where limited standardization exists and solutions require independent problem solving within area of expertise.
• Prepare and maintain thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, calculations/analyses, and supporting documentation; recommend process and standards enhancements as appropriate.
• Perform engineering studies and analyses with technical responsibility for coordinating inputs across stakeholders; support project execution by providing technical products, facilitating reviews, and documenting decisions.
• Ideally the contractor would already have effective working relationships to coordinate activities with engineering, operations, licensing, and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills suitable for technical and leadership audiences.
• Maintain accurate and detailed project records and files in accordance with Duke Energy requirements.
• Perform work in a professional manner consistent with Duke Energy expectations for contractor conduct, safety, and quality.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with periodic on-site work at a nuclear generating station as needed to support the scope.
• Hybrid and remote work arrangements may be available; on-site presence will be required for specific meetings, plant support activities, badging, and site access needs as directed by Duke Energy.

Qualifications

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent degree).
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant engineering experience (Duke Energy nuclear experience strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and adhere to schedules, meet deliverables/commitments, and provide status updates.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated proactive problem identification and solution development.
• Experience with Boolean logic development and/or analysis with large fault trees.
• Experience in the utility industry, at a site/station, preferably in Engineering or Operations.
• Familiarity with fundamental BWR or PWR plant systems.
• Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Demonstrated effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning, and execution of assigned work.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, be a self-starter, exercise flexibility, and take personal responsibility for assigned deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing processes, regulations, responsibilities, and work environments.

Desired Qualifications:

• SRO certification, RO or SRO license, or Technical Nuclear certification
• Advanced knowledge of probabilistic risk assessment methodologies and risk-informed applications (e.g., RI-ISI, 10 CFR 50.69, risk-informed technical specifications) and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience using Probabilistic Risk Assessment software, especially CAFTA and/or PHOENIX Risk Monitor (or comparable tools).
• RO or SRO license, or SRO certification.
• Proficient in principles of project management; MBA and/or PMP designation viewed favorably.
• Demonstrate broad knowledge of PRA principles, practices, and procedures; analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and support development of standards relevant to the assigned scope.

DNJP23186 – Nuclear Project Engineer III – Charlotte, NC – 18 months