Senior Nuclear Engineer
Bechtel
- Reston, VA
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Work to discipline work processes and assure technical adequacy in accordance with company, contract, and industry codes and standards.
- Develop/review technical reports and studies, design documentation, and calculations using engineering software
- Be accountable for error-free deliverables. .
- Work in an inclusive team environment where all are able and expected to contribute to the maximum of their capabilities.
- Deliver on meaningful goals working with the team.
- Establish and work to plans to ensure schedules are met and stakeholder requirements are satisfied.
- Provide input to budget and schedule estimates.
- Contribute directly to the cost-effective design for the entire facility.
- Ensure compliance with engineering process and safety requirements by detail design.
- Identify major technical uncertainties and present solution options for management decisions.
- Deliver the analysis and solution of engineering problems and interpret drawings, verbal instructions, and applicable codes relevant to project requirements and then demonstrate the ability to articulate explanations.
- Ensure nuclear and mechanical standards are followed, conduct quality checks for the work of the nuclear engineering team.
- Develop design calculations and drawings for the design of radioactive waste systems. This includes performance of equipment sizing calculations, equipment specifications and technical bid evaluations from equipment vendors.
- Perform calculations for plant systems and equipment. These calculations may include shielding and dose assessments or thermal hydraulic evaluations for compartments or for specific components.
- Perform other related work as assigned by the EGS.
- Level 1: BS or advanced degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another technical field from an accredited university or college with progressive related experience (5-8 years + BS).
- Level 2: BS or advanced degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another technical field from an accredited university or college with progressive related experience (8-10 years + BS).
- Must be authorized to live and work in the US without sponsorship
- Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Related experience includes experience in nuclear design.
- Must have proven experience in design of nuclear plant systems (power plant or DOE nuclear facility) or other industrial systems.
- U.S. Professional Engineering License in Nuclear, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
- Knowledge of industry and regulatory guides, codes, and standards. Hands-on Microsoft office programs and other computer programs (e.g., GOTHIC, CONTEMPT, RELAP, HEATING6, MCNP, Microshield).
- Extensive knowledge of nuclear engineering work processes, procedures, and specifications.
- Excellent oral and written communication, planning, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of Bechtel Corporate guides and standards. Lead or responsible engineer experience on large projects. Previous Bechtel and/or Gov't project experience.