Nuclear Uprate Project Engineer: Turbine Upgrade Leader

Siemens Energy, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Supportive culture

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K match

Family benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer for nuclear uprate initiatives in Houston, TX.

You will translate complex engineering designs into practical field execution plans, collaborate across engineering, project management, manufacturing, and field teams, and help ensure successful installation from concept through completion. The role requires 5+ years in power generation (preferably nuclear uprate) and a track record in field service, project management, or engineering, with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in the Power Generation Industry, with a preference for nuclear uprate experience.
• Proven experience in Field Service, Project Management, or Engineering roles.
• Must be able to pass a security background check for access to US Nuclear power plants
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support the successful execution of complex nuclear uprate projects across engineering, manufacturing, and project execution phases.
• Provide expert oversight for upgraded nuclear power plant equipment, including turbines, generators, and related systems.
• Plan and participate in regular project reviews, ensuring quality and adherence to schedules and contractual obligations through factory testing and customer engagements.
• Track engineering, manufacturing, and commissioning milestones for uprate contracts, proactively identifying and resolving potential risks.
• Work closely with the SEI Major Projects Group Project Manager to align engineering, installation planning, and manufacturing activities for seamless project execution.
• Create training materials and lead sessions to prepare field service engineers and project managers for the complexities of uprate projects, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Field Service

Project Management

Engineering Roles

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Siemens Energy, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer for nuclear uprate initiatives in Houston, TX.

You will translate complex engineering designs into practical field execution plans, collaborate across engineering, project management, manufacturing, and field teams, and help ensure successful installation from concept through completion. The role requires 5+ years in power generation (preferably nuclear uprate) and a track record in field service, project management, or engineering, with the