Civil Engineer III

Davita Inc.; West Virginia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear energy sector seeks a Design Engineer to support the North Anna Subsequent License Renewal project. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams to develop technical solutions that meet regulatory standards, ensuring the plant's operational life is extended to 80 years.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant engineering experience required.
• Knowledge of nuclear standards and regulations preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve civil engineering plans.
• Communicate project statuses with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Finite Element Modeling

Mathcad

GTSTrudl

STADD

ANSyS

Job description

Job Summary

Qualifications

Work with application specific engineering team to gain understanding for different system functions and system requirements

Review and Approve Civil Engineering plans developed by equipment vendor

Review and gain a thorough understanding of Application requirements as driven by design specifications, regulatory requirements, and software/hardware requirements assisted by the requirements lead engineer

Ability to report activity status and communicate with all levels of owner/leadership

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

5+ years of relevant engineering experience;

Basic knowledge of engineering theories and principles;

Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing);

Strong personal computer skills;

Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems;

Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices;

Equally effective working independently or in team environment;

Proven decision making skills;

Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks;

Strong planning and organizational skills.





Top 3 Required Skills

1) Experience with design of steel and concrete structures or components (Pipes and conduits supports, Junction boxes support, foundations, etc.)

2) Familiar with industrial standards such as ACI, ASCE, ASME codes for lifting and rigging

3) Experience with seismic analysis and design for mounting components and equipment



* What soft skill requirements do you have (team fit and personality requirements)?

o Collaboration and cross-discipline communication - essential for coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and regulatory teams on integrated design solutions.

o Adaptability and problem-solving - to navigate evolving project scopes, legacy infrastructure constraints, and regulatory requirements.

o Attention to detail and documentation rigor - critical for ensuring design packages meet nuclear safety and compliance standards.

o Initiative and ownership - to proactively identify design risks, propose improvements, and drive tasks to completion.

o Stakeholder engagement - including the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and support field implementation teams.



* Nice to Have Skills:

o Finite Element Modeling

o Experience as a Responsible Engineering at a Nuclear Facility

o Experience with Software (Mathcad, GTSTrudl, STADD, ANSyS)

o Nuclear Standard Design Process/Design Change qualification

o Nuclear power plant experience

o Familiarity with NRC regulations



* High Level Project Overview:

o The North Anna Subsequent License Renewal (SLR) project is a long-term initiative to extend the plant's operational life to 80 years through major system upgrades and infrastructure modernization. Design Engineers play a critical role in developing and executing technical solutions across mechanical, civil, and electrical scopes to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence. This is a high-impact opportunity to help shape the future of nuclear energy through innovative, safety-focused engineering.



* Preferred Years of Experience:

o 5



* Education:

o Bachelor's in Civil Engineering required, Master's Degree OR PE preferred



* Are there any specific companies/industries you'd like to see in the candidate's experience?

o Nuclear Industry Experience





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