Nuclear Operations Procedure Writer
Talascend is currently seeking a Nuclear Operations Procedure Writer for a (fully remote) contract opportunity.
The Nuclear Operations Procedure Writer reports directly to the Procedure Manager and is focused on the development of administrative and operating procedures for the Natrium Demonstration Project (NDP). In this role, you will develop administrative processes and procedures for the plant as well as normal and abnormal operating procedures used by licensed and nonoperators. The successful candidate will integrate and coordinate with other departments, project partners, regulators, and outside organizations working on procedure development.
Tasks
- Develops and executes a plan for creating, organizing, and tracking development of NDP administrative and operating procedures.
- Develops and maintains the processes and standards for writing and revising NDP administrative and operating procedures and supporting software development and implementation.
- Coordinates with other departments for cross-discipline procedure reviews and database implementation.
- Uses smart procedures or other software-based support tools to develop electronic procedures.
- Conducts or obtains necessary 10CFR50.59 and 10CFR72.48 reviews.
- Uses industry practices to develop high-quality procedures which minimize the risk of safety or human performance events.
- Engages with industry peers, 3rd party vendors, NEI, and other organizations to find innovative methods & technologies for developing and using plant administrative and operating procedures.
- Ensuring administrative and operating procedures comply with company standards, NRC regulations, INPO accreditation criteria, and other codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Provides regular training and mentoring to company personnel on the processes and standards associated with developing and revising NDP administrative and operating procedures.
- Incorporates information gained from INPO Significant Operating Experience Reports, NRC Circulars, Bulletins, and Information Notices, plant design changes, plant procedure changes and revisions, and new regulations, and training effectiveness reports into the administrative and operating procedures, as applicable
- Develops and maintains knowledge of plant design, plant operations, disciplinary skills and techniques, commensurate with the responsibility to develop effective, high-quality procedures.
- Supervises the collection and maintenance of auditable procedure development and revision records.
- Assists the Procedure Manager in establishing department goals, and cost estimates that result in budgeted activities for the assigned area including specific project or subject matter areas as assigned.
- Although primary focus is operations processes and procedures, perform other assigned tasks that support meeting site procedure development schedules.
Key Qualifications and Skills
- 3 years of commercial nuclear power plant operator experience OR 5 years of experience writing nuclear power plant operations procedures.
- 3 years of experience writing nuclear power plant operations procedures.
- High level of knowledge of nuclear power plant systems and terminology.
- Experience with interpreting relevant nuclear information and standards in strict procedural and regulatory compliance.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with smart procedures or other software-based procedure tools.
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
- Attention to detail and aspiration for procedural excellence.
- Self-starter who can develop innovative solutions with minimal supervision.
- The successful candidate will:
- possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
- understand how individual actions and decisions can positively and negatively affect the ability of the total organization to meet its requirements to regulatory agencies and to the public.
- adapt well to emergent changes due to changes in plant design, plant procedures, schedule changes, or other challenges associated with the design, construction, and commissioning of a new nuclear power plant.
Job Functions
Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.
- Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
- Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
- Repetitive work: Prolonged
- Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
- Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day
- Travel required: 0-5%
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.