Principal Controls Design Engineer - Nuclear
Date: Apr 2, 2024
Location: Hancock's Bridge, NJ, US
Company: PSEG
Requisition: 77524
PSEG Company: PSEG Power
Salary Range: $ 114,500 - $ 188,100
Incentive: PIP 15%
Work Location Category: Hybrid
PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.
PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.
Job Summary
Provide technical support in the Engineering Services department for the Salem Power Uprate Project. The successful candidate will perform the duties as a Lead Responsible Engineer (LRE) for modifications needed to support the power uprate for Salem Units 1 and 2. An LRE is responsible for determining solutions, and then managing resources needed to prepare the applicable design deliverables.
Job Responsibilities
• Qualify for and fulfill the LRE role for the power uprate plant modifications and be accountable for the design “cradle to grave”.
• Establish modification scope, system performance requirements, and all testing requirements.
• Perform Owners Acceptance Reviews for design analysis, modification packages, procurement, and specifications in accordance with plant procedures.
• Manage technical supplier teams with respect cost, schedule, and quality.
• Schedule and coordinate Engineering and station department resources to deliver and install required design change packages.
• Interface with Project Manager to ensure that Engineering deliverables meet the overall project goals.
• Provide field support during modification walkdowns, installation, testing and as-built verification.
• Comply with regulatory requirements including 50.59, License Amendment Request preparation and any required supporting analysis.
• Perform other assigned duties as determined by the Electrical Design Engineering Manager.
• Assigned duties in the Emergency Response Organization
Job Specific Qualifications
Required:
• BS Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Controls or related Engineering or related technical degree with 13 years experience performing related Engineering work in a nuclear power plant or related industry.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in controls / digital design engineering
• Work effectively with a team to achieve team goals.
• Independently multi-task and resolve conflicting priorities.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills
• Availability for shift work during installation.
• Must meet Nuclear requirements for unescorted plant access.
• Must possess a valid US driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
Desired:
• Power uprate experience at a pressurized water reactor (PWR)
• Prior Design Engineering configuration control qualification
• Professional Engineering license (NJ or other state)
• Familiarity with the operation of programmable logic controllers
• Familiarity with electric or electromechanical analog / pneumatic control loops
• Familiarity with distributed digital data collection and control systems (e.g., Emerson Ovation, RSLogix, PI Process
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