Reactor Engineer - Vogtle 1&2

We are seeking an experienced Reactor Engineer to join our team at Plant Vogtle 1&2 in Waynesboro, GA. As a Reactor Engineer, you will be responsible for performing various activities necessary to support the operation of the station. This includes reactor core monitoring, power maneuvers, special nuclear material (SNM) accountability and monitoring, fuel movement and inspection, technical specification surveillances, and computer hardware and software support for core analysis and monitoring.

Responsibilities:

• Reactor Engineering supports plant operations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Reactor Engineers can expect to be on call one week out of every five in support of plant operations.
• Periodic shift work will be occasionally required in support of plant operations.
• Serve in the Emergency Response Organization as a Reactor Engineer in Technical Support Center.
• Must be able to complete Reactor Engineer qualifications.
• Develop and implement Reactor Engineering procedures and processes necessary to support operation.
• Perform technical specification surveillances and testing to monitor operation of the reactor core.
• Develop reactivity plans in support of plant operations.
• Operate and maintain core monitoring software.
• Implement Special Nuclear Material control program.
• Ensure storage of nuclear fuel meets regulatory requirements.
• Perform inspections of nuclear fuel.
• Support the Reactivity Management program.
• Support and drive special projects related to plant and fuel improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university or a PE license.
• Background/Experience: Previous qualification as a reactor engineer at an operating facility is preferred. Previous nuclear power plant experience is desired.
• Knowledge Skills & Abilities: High level of written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills, are required to relate precise technical recommendations, issues, etc. with the corporate office, at the nuclear plant sites, with regulatory agencies, with the nuclear fuel vendor, with other utility personnel, and with various industry organizations.
• Behavioral Attributes: Must model safe work behaviors and be able to hold self and others accountable for safe work behaviors. Honesty, respect, fairness, and integrity drive behaviors. Keeps promises and has ethical behavior as a standard. Dedicated to superior performance and sets high expectations.