Civil/Mechanical Design Engineer - Vogtle 1&2

Southern Company; Waynesboro (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Nuclear seeks an experienced civil/mechanical engineer to provide technical leadership in mechanical components and civil evaluations for Vogtle plants. You will guide design changes, calculations, and field support, ensuring compliance with nuclear industry standards and plant safety requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with site and corporate teams, development of fleet procedures, and participation in industry groups to advance reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline is required or PE license.
• Mechanical or Civil engineering preferred; other engineering majors may be considered by experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in mechanical/civil components and systems for the nuclear plant.
• Assist with design changes and calculations; coordinate drawings and calculations.
• Conduct field walkdowns, construction support, and troubleshooting to ensure reliable operation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Civil engineering knowledge

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer license (PE)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Plant Vogtle 1 and 2 is part of the Southern Nuclear Operating Company’s Fleet. We are seeking an experienced civil/mechanical engineer. This position is responsible for providing technical leadership and guidance in the area of Mechanical components/systems and civil evaluations. Responsibilities could also include preparation and coordination of design changes and calculations. The successful candidate should have experience with civil/mechanical components/systems, and an understanding of civil/mechanical component/systems’ performance and regulations used in the nuclear plant environment is a plus. Activities involve identifying industry best practices, developing/maintaining fleet procedures, setting a strategic vision, participation in industry working groups, modification of drawings and calculations, field walkdowns, construction support and troubleshooting.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or university, or Professional Engineer license, is required. (Engineering Technology will not be accepted).
• Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering preferred. Electrical, Nuclear, Chemical, and Civil Engineering degrees will be considered based upon the candidate’s experience.

Experience Preferences:

• A strong technical background in mechanical/civil engineering and working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements related to nuclear power generating facilities.
• Three (3) years of experience with mechanical/civil components is preferred. Five (5) or more years of experience with mechanical/civil components is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to solve problems and make sound engineering judgments, based on experience and proper application of industry practices, in order to provide timely and appropriate resolutions to mechanical/civil component issues that might impact plant output, operation, or safety.
• Expertise to address operational, maintenance, and reliability issues for mechanical components.
• Ability to develop long range plans and strategies for maintaining or replacing equipment to ensure reliable and economical operation and maintenance of the mechanical components.
• Ability to communicate technical issues and drive problem resolution through various levels of management at the plant sites and corporate office.
• Ability to work effectively across diverse groups at the plant sites and corporate office to drive standard technical solutions to mechanical/civil issues.
• Experience and knowledge to technically interface with vendors and service suppliers on procurement, repair plan development, troubleshooting, and resolving equipment performance problems.
• Ability to ensure SNC stays abreast of emerging issues and technological developments in civil/mechanical components, to work closely with site engineering, maintenance, operations, and work control personnel by providing expertise for assigned components and systems.
• The ability to assist in the development of specifications.
• Ability to initiate, coordinate and oversee multiple complex projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and priorities.
• Ability to use good judgment and make sound engineering and business decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with counterparts at each nuclear plant site.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to be a team player with emphasis on team contribution.
• Self-starter who performs tasks with little supervision or oversight.
• Maintain unescorted access to all SNC facilities.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Demonstrate Our Values
• Honesty, respect, fairness and integrity drive behaviors
• Keeps promises and has ethical behavior as a standard
• Dedicated to superior performance and sets high expectations
• Committed to success of employees, customers and shareholders
• Self-directed with strong initiative
• Results oriented and customer focused

Southern Nuclear , a subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), is a leader among the nation’s nuclear energy facility operators and an innovator in advanced nuclear technologies. Southern Nuclear is an essential part of Southern Company’s energy portfolio, operating over 8,200 MW across eight nuclear energy units in Alabama and Georgia at the Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant near Dothan, Ala., the Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant near Baxley, Ga., and the Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant near Waynesboro, Ga.

The company recently achieved commercial operation on Vogtle Units 3&4, representing an historic achievement for the nuclear industry and the country. Vogtle Units 3&4 are the first new nuclear units to reach commercial operation and be built in the United States in the last three decades. Southern Nuclear is a recognized leader in the industry in nuclear and fuel innovation, having been the first to deploy Accident Tolerant Fuels and winning over 10 consecutive Top Innovative Practice (TIP) Awards and eight EPRI awards.

For more than 40 years, Southern Nuclear has operated nuclear energy facilities at the highest levels of safety and reliability, generating carbon-free electricity for millions of homes and businesses. The company’s headquarters is in Birmingham, Ala.

Twitter: @SouthernNuclear; Facebook: facebook.com/southernnuclear; www.southernnuclear.com

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 21017

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Nuclear