Nuclear Fuel Engineer

at  Talen Energy

Responsible for performing a variety of nuclear fuels engineering tasks in the areas of reload core design, reload licensing analyses, and in-core fuel management in support of Susquehanna plant operation. A background in Nuclear Engineering with exceptional problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills is preferred for this position. Individuals in this position may also provide technical guidance and direction to consultants or other Susquehanna employees in support of in-plant
activities and producing high quality, timely and cost-effective engineering solutions to
technical problems.
This position will be considered for the corporate office located in Allentown, PA or at the station located in Berwick, PA.
Primary Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
1. Perform reload core / bundle design, reload licensing, in-core fuel management, and analyses supporting fuel reliability and performance of nuclear fuel.
2. Perform and coordinate engineering assignments in support of the cycle reload project. These activities include reload fuel and core design, in-house and vendor reload licensing analyses, license amendment preparation, Core Monitoring System input preparation, and Startup Physics analyses. Work alone or as part of a project team. Schedule work to meet completion dates and technical requirements
3. Recommend changes in procedures, analysis methods, design, or equipment. Work activities may include on-site support of fuel inspections, fuel and control blade manufacturing oversight, or other special studies as appropriate.
4. Apply sound engineering principles to provide technically correct, timely and cost-effective recommendations.
5. Review and approve design work completed by contractors and/or other engineers and be a key interface with other groups, both internal and external to Susquehanna Nuclear, LLC.
6. Work effectively in a team environment, as a team leader, mentor, and as a team member.
7. Understand and practice company safety and industrial hygiene policies during the conduct of such activities as core verification, irradiated fuel inspection, and manufacturing oversight.
8. Clearly communicate technical and complex nuclear fuel related topics orally and in writing to all levels of management. This includes collaborating with management to define issues and needs as well as developing and recommending improvement and corrective actions.
9. Participate in SSES Nuclear Emergency Response Organization, refueling outages (including irradiated fuel inspections and fuel maintenance), and vendor oversight activities, as assigned
Candidates must meet the basic qualifications.
Basic Qualifications

Requirements for Entry Level Engineer position:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nuclear Engineering, or other related engineering discipline from a college or university accredited by ABET or recognized by ABET as substantially equivalent.
• Less than two years of related engineering experience.

Requirements for Support Engineer level:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nuclear Engineering, or other related engineering discipline from a college or university accredited by ABET or recognized by ABET as substantially equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years related engineering experience.

Requirements for Sr. Engineer level:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nuclear Engineering, or other related engineering discipline from a college or university accredited by ABET or recognized by ABET as substantially equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years related engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for the specific position.

Requirements for Principal Engineer level:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nuclear Engineering, or other related engineering discipline from a college or university accredited by ABET or recognized by ABET as substantially equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years related engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for the specific position.
• Thorough understanding of technical area of expertise in support of critical activities for the generation, transmission, distribution or utilization of electrical energy.

Preferred Qualifications
1. At least three years of experience and improving performance in an entry level position.
2. BWR core design experience preferred.
3. PC skills are required in the performance of daily work activities. Proficiency with linux, scripting, and programming is desired.
4. A working knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards, as they pertain to the area of nuclear fuel engineering, is also desirable
5. M.S. degree in Nuclear Engineering is preferred.
6. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, exhibit sound judgment, strong leadership, and assertiveness to resolve issues. Flexibility with changing priorities and changing ways of doing business.
7. Demonstrated initiative, problem analysis, and problem-solving skills.
8. Engineer in Training Certificate or Professional Engineer registered in Pennsylvania.

Please refer the Job description for details