Nuclear Engineering Program Specialist
Talascend is currently seeking a Nuclear Engineering Program Specialist for a remote, contract opportunity with our client.
Overview
This role involves developing nuclear power plant engineering programs and procedures, focusing on integrating regulations and industry best practices into innovative reactor designs. The specialist will coordinate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and support the operational lifecycle of nuclear facilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop KU1 engineering program documents from existing project deliverables to support long-term plant operation
- Develop and review procedures for use at Kemmerer Unit 1
- Coordinate with a geographically diverse design team, including employees, subcontractors, partners, and customers
- Provide inputs on plant and system-level requirements, specifications, and strategy documents related to operations and maintenance
- Apply engineering principles to the design of nuclear and industrial facilities, systems, and operations
- Support design reviews and resolve cross-functional technical concerns as a subject matter expert
- Support teammates and contractors in plant development efforts
- Promote continuous learning and application of nuclear industry best practices to maintain high design quality and identify process improvement opportunities
Qualifications
- B.S. degree in nuclear, mechanical, electrical, or relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university
- 7+ years of direct experience in commercial nuclear engineering programs
- Experience developing nuclear plant engineering programs and procedures such as IST, ISI, Maintenance Rule
- Experience in nuclear engineering design is preferred
- Senior Reactor Operator qualification or equivalent; Shift Technical Advisor qualification is preferred
- Experience writing nuclear power plant procedures based on plant design basis analyses is preferred
- Knowledge of nuclear work control, maintenance strategies, and engineering programs requirements
- Scheduling experience with P6 software is preferred
- Strong understanding of nuclear regulations, plant work control, and industry standards, such as NEI 18-04
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
- Attention to detail and a commitment to technical excellence
- High potential, self-starter with leadership and coordination skills
- Ability to manage tasks with multiple objectives and resolve conflicts effectively
- Experience working with quality standards like ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001
- High integrity, open communication, team-oriented attitude
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.