Program Engineer
Holtec Palisades is currently seeking a Programs 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 contribute to advancing our business and reputation.
Palisades Nuclear Power Plant is set to 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
Conducts routine engineering activities and ensures the safety of nuclear components at Palisades nuclear plant.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures code and programs engineering work is performed and implemented consistent with defined codes and standards.
- Produces quality engineering products in support of code program implementation. Designs and maintains conformance with station license, codes, and standards.
- Maintains design bases of the plant. Develops, plans and coordinates or implements special projects, corrective action plans, and improvement programs to address plant problems or regulatory sensitive issues.
- Oversees development of drawings, specifications, and detailed design for fabrication of new and modification of existing plant equipment and systems. Initiates and executes frequent exchanges with others to resolve areas of conflict, promote a supportive team approach, and address issues where obstacles are hampering common performance.
- Ensures fleet lessons are learned and good practices are implemented.
- Controls engineering costs through the optimization of resources and tracking expenditures within budget parameters. Must be able and willing to complete 10CFR50.59 qualification.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education required of the position
B.S. Degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering curriculum or graduate of an accredited engineering technology curriculum of accepted standing or equivalent work experience.
Minimum experience required of the position
If not a graduate of the aforementioned nature (B.S. degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering curriculum or graduate of an accredited engineering technology curriculum of accepted standing), a minimum of 6 years engineering experience indicative of growth in engineering competency and achievement required. Work experience of 2 - 4 years in nuclear code programs or equivalent experience in operations or system engineering.
Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position
- Knowledgeable in code program requirements for nuclear power plants.
- Technical understanding of nuclear generation principles and operation.
- Outstanding communication, conflict management, and change management skills.
- Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Must be skilled in the use of Microsoft desktop software.
- Knowledgeable of probabilistic risk analysis methods.
- Skilled at system analysis.
Any certificates, licenses, etc., required for the position
Desired: SRO license or certification on a PWR or BWR; Professional Engineering license.
Holtec PAL 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. Holtec PAL is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.
Top Skills
What We Do
Holtec International is a global turnkey supplier of equipment and services for the Nuclear, Solar, Geothermal, and Fossil Power Generation sectors of the energy and petrochemical industry. As a fully integrated supplier, Holtec possesses in-house capabilities to design, engineer, analyze, construct, license, and deploy the technologies offered by the company; this includes technologies to manage used nuclear fuel and waste discharged from nuclear reactors and wet and dry (air cooled) heat transfer equipment for commercial power plants. Holtec is also developing a Small Modular Reactor (SMR), which will provide for modular, distributed, carbon-free, base-load energy.
Holtec International’s industrial activities are principally focused on six continents: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Britain, Spain, Switzerland, Belgium, China, Ukraine, Canada, Mexico, the United States and Brazil are among the countries where Holtec International has provided significant goods and services. The domestic market in the United States, however, has been the catalyst for Holtec’s technical innovations in its fields of endeavor, which the company has successfully parlayed into business successes in overseas markets. Over 70% of Holtec’s output is consumed by the domestic power industry; the balance is destined for foreign markets. Holtec’s corporate moorings are firmly and deeply anchored in the power industry: Over 150 power generation stations in the U.S., including over 80 commercial nuclear power plants, have been Holtec customers over the past two decades.
Holtec International has a long and excellent reputation for honesty and integrity in business dealings. This reputation is a priceless asset which must be safeguarded continually by all Holtec employees. To succeed, Holttec must have the trust and confidence of its customers, subcontractors, suppliers, fellow associates and the public. Maintaining an unwavering commitment to the highest standards of business ethics and conduct is crucial to Holtec’s future.
