Nuclear Instrumentation and Controls (Manufacturing Eng)

NuScale Power, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NuScale Power, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to oversee manufacturing and development for nuclear I&C systems and electrical components. You will interface between NuScale design groups and suppliers, apply industry standards, and drive QA/QC compliance across projects.

You will mentor engineers, lead technical initiatives, and coordinate with procurement on supplier selections. Occasional travel and remote/hybrid work within the contiguous US are possible; 10–25% travel is anticipated.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of full-time engineering experience in development/oversight of manufacturing for nuclear I&C systems and electrical components.
• Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810; willing to travel 10–25% and to local/national/international suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Interact daily with NuScale design organizations to interpret needs for manufacturing entities.
• Contribute to design organizations by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.
• Lead subcontract technical activities: prepare requirements, schedules, and coordinate technical aspects.
• Review supplier manufacturing documentation for compliance with specs, codes, QA/QC.
• Develop/review internal drawings, studies, and specifications; initiate corrective actions.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure QA/QC and process compliance.
• Manage supplier manufacturing mockup planning and test results; document survey results.
• Lead the grading of technical proposals and support supplier selection with Procurement.
• Assist Product Cost Management with cost estimates and value engineering studies.

Skills

Problem solving

Oral/written communication

Planning/organizing

Adaptability

Dependability

Team Building

Safety Culture

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

PLM software

MS Office

Job description

NOTE

This is a full-time position available for remote work within the contiguous United States if living beyond a 30-mile radius of a physical NuScale office. Otherwise, work would be performed in office 4 days/week. Regardless of work location, occasional travel may be required for business needs.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for technical supplier oversight regarding manufacturing and manufacturing development projects for nuclear instrumentation & control (I&C) systems and electrical components. The manufacturing engineer will provide consultation to NuScale design organizations regarding manufacturing, specify and collect product manufacturing requirements including all standards and specifications, and generally act as a primary point of contact between NuScale design organizations and manufacturing suppliers for technical information and communications. The manufacturing engineer will apply industry expertise, codes and standards, and regulatory guidance in the general area of I&C manufacturing and supply chain development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interact daily with NuScale design organizations to interpret their needs and requirements to manufacturing entities.
• Contributes to the NuScale design organizations by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.
• Perform subcontract technical lead duties by preparing requirements documents and schedules, coordinating and monitoring the technical aspects of assigned manufacturing and manufacturing development projects.
• Review manufacturing documentation of supplier to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, standards, and QA/QC requirements.
• Develop, check, or review internal drawings, studies, and specifications
• Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions
• Monitoring supplier performance to ensure compliance with procedures, applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications.
• Manage supplier manufacturing mockup planning and test results to ensure desired outcomes are achieved.
• Performing surveys of new manufacturing suppliers to assess capabilities and documenting survey results.
• Assume the lead in performing/coordinating the grading of technical proposals and working with Procurement team for supplier selection.
• Assist Product Cost Management team with cost estimates and value engineering studies.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing manufacturing information and trends including statistical analysis of manufacturing trends.
• Provide mentoring and technical direction to less experienced engineers. Serves as a technical lead for the I&C Manufacturing Engineering Group.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, Is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES

• Education/Certification: A minimum of a B.S. degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, or related discipline from a four-year accredited college or university is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 8 years of full-time engineering experience in development and oversight of manufacturing of nuclear I&C systems and electrical components is required. Manufacturing development for complex designs, components, or systems in a regulated environment is required. Demonstrated project management skills along with strong technical writing skills and use of software including Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and normal MS Office software is required. IEEE code experience required. Familiarity with IPC-A-610/620 is preferred.
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
• Travel Requirements: Able to travel to local, national, and international suppliers using common forms of transportation. Anticipate 10%-25% travel. Position will require presence in supplier manufacturing shop environments and will require familiarity with shop safety requirements and working conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.

Disclaimer

Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay and Benefits

The target pay range for this position is $124,400 - $150,138 annually.The full pay range is $111,531 - $174,446 annually.

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.

For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page: Employee Benefits | NuScale Power