Nuclear Design Engineer

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Job Title: Nuclear Design Engineer

Location: Remote

Job Type: Long Term Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineers with a strong background in nuclear power plant design engineering to support the development of minor modification engineering change packages for active nuclear facilities. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the NEI Standard Design Process, 10 CFR 50.59 evaluations, and configuration management within an operating nuclear utility environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop engineering design modification packages for equipment upgrades and obsolescence resolution.
Manage system modifications involving multiple vendors, engineering disciplines, and interfaces between legacy and modern plant systems.
Ensure design changes meet nuclear safety, regulatory, and technical compliance requirements.
Coordinate with plant operations, engineering teams, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders as the primary technical contact.
Apply NEI Standard Design Process and configuration management principles to all design modifications.
Perform 10 CFR 50.59 Applicability Determinations and Screening evaluations.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring on nuclear electrical, I&C, and digital technology implementations.
Support implementation of design changes while maintaining plant reliability and compliance.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in:
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Instrumentation & Controls Engineering
Minimum 4+ years of nuclear power plant experience
At least 2+ years of experience with the NEI Standard Design Process
Hands-on experience with:
10 CFR 50.59 Applicability Determinations
10 CFR 50.59 Screenings
Configuration Management
Strong understanding of nuclear plant systems and discipline-specific codes/standards
Excellent technical leadership and communication skills
Ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders

Preferred Skills

Experience supporting operating nuclear utility facilities
Knowledge of digital modernization in nuclear systems
Strong problem-solving and engineering documentation skills
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