Mechanical Design Engineer - Plant Farley

Job Summary 

This position is responsible for providing tactical mechanical engineering support for Southern Nuclear at Plant Vogtle. Tactical support can include both design services to support day to day operation of the plant as well as supporting emergent plant issues. Design services include preparation / coordination of designs, calculations, drawings, cost estimates and schedules for plant modifications and retrofits. Emergent issue support includes supporting emergent plant issues through troubleshooting, evaluating as-found conditions for design & licensing basis impact, or performing evaluations to support the day to day operation of the plant. Work involves field walk downs as well as office work. The position will be filled at an exempt level commensurate with candidate's experience and qualifications. 

Education Requirements: 

ABET accredited Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering (not Engineering Technology) is required. 

Mechanical Engineering degree is desired.

Professional Engineer registration is desired. 

At least 5 years' experience in some or all the following areas is desired: 

Previous Nuclear Power Plant design/retrofit experience 

Familiarity with design engineering processes 

Working knowledge of mechanical design codes and requirements 

Working knowledge of regulatory requirements regarding commercial nuclear power plant design 

Experience with development and maintenance of design related calculations 

Experience with system troubleshooting, problem solving, and causal analysis 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities expected: 

Strong oral and written communication skills. 

Proven organizational skills with ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously. 

Capable of working efficiently and effectively across multiple departments/organizations. 

Strong problem solving, decision making abilities.

Ability to solve problems and make sound engineering judgments based on experience and proper application of good engineering practices. 

Basic understanding of design/design configuration, project management, maintenance and procurement processes associated with large industrial plant equipment. 

Proficient in the use of Microsoft office products, specifically WORD, EXCEL and POWERPOINT. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities desired:

Proficient in the use of Computer-aided drafting software (AutoCAD, Inventer, etc.) and database management software (Documentum, etc.).

Behavioral Attributes: 

Demonstrates high levels of Integrity, Professionalism and Customer Service 

Display unquestionable trust, superior performance, and total commitment 

Be a team player able to quickly build good working relationships. 

Results oriented / Self-starter. 

Other: The successful candidate must meet background screening and NRC Fitness for Duty requirements. Selected candidate must live within seventy-five minutes of Plant Farley’s Emergency Operations Facility for emergency response availability.