Major Projects - Digital I&C Nuclear Principal Engineer

Vistra Corp.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Major Projects Digital I&C Engineer responsible for planning and performing digital engineering duties in support of the power uprate project. Candidates should have a Bachelor's of Science in Engineering, 10-15 years of experience, and significant expertise in Digital I&C systems, including knowledge of control system upgrades. The position is located in the United States and emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance in nuclear engineering practices.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in engineering.
• Strong knowledge in Digital I&C domain.
• Ability to prepare complex design changes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant configuration control.
• Prepare modifications and technical reports.
• Coordinate acceptance reviews with external consultants.
• Provide innovative engineering solutions.

Skills

Digital I&C expertise

Nuclear plant processes

Control systems upgrade experience

Engineering report preparation

Education

Bachelor's of Science Engineering degree

Registered Professional Engineer (desired)

Tools

GE Mark VIe

Westinghouse Ovation Digital Control System

Job description

Job Summary

The Major Projects Digital I&C Engineer position is responsible for planning and performing digital I&C engineering duties as assigned, working independently. This position requires reviewing, modifying and approving technical documentation related to digital I&C upgrades in support of the power uprate project. The position will ensure that all digital I&C equipment installed conforms to applicable codes and standards and generally accepted industry practices.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain plant configuration control by advocating for the site's Design Bases.
• Prepare modifications, calculations, specifications, and technical reports to support the power uprate project.
• Coordinate owner’s acceptance reviews of products developed by external consulting service companies contracted by Vistra for the power uprate project.
• Perform field walk‑downs and interface with other groups to resolve emergent issues and support appropriate constructability of modifications.
• Provide support for interface with regulatory and oversight agencies including Nuclear Regulatory Commission Inspections.
• Demonstrate a solid commitment to all aspects of safety e.g. nuclear, industrial, personal, radiological, etc.
• Provide innovative engineering solutions for difficult problems.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science Engineering degree or related Science degree from a college or university with an accredited engineering program.
• Registered Professional Engineer, desired. Ohio preferred or able to secure through reciprocity (strong preferred).
• 10‑15 years of experience.
• Technical understanding of nuclear plant processes/programs not well understood by others.
• Experience with upgrading control systems from analog to digital.
• Must have extensive knowledge in Digital I&C area of expertise. Experience with GE Mark VIe and Westinghouse Ovation Digital Control System platforms (preferred).

Key Metrics

• Qualified to prepare complex design changes.
• Prepare engineering reports.
• Qualified to prepare complex 10CFR50.59 evaluations.
• Perform tasks in accordance with established expectations for nuclear safety and personnel safety.
• May be responsible for developing other employees in area of expertise.
• Serves a lead role on projects, teams, processes, or programs.
• One of few who possess abilities not easily gained and of significant depth in specific area(s) of expertise.

Job Family: Engineering Services

Company: Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations: Perry, Ohio

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