Nuclear Uprate Project Engineer — Turbine Upgrades

Siemens Energy, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Health and wellness benefits

Paid Time Off

401K company match

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Project Engineer - Nuclear Uprate in the United States. You will lead engineering-to-field execution for uprate projects, coordinating with engineering, project management, manufacturing, and field teams to ensure concept-to-installation success.

You will translate complex designs into practical field plans, assess installation strategies, manage risk, and ensure compliance with nuclear quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

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.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with experience in creating presentations and briefings for management.
• Strong understanding of component design and manufacturing processes, with ability to develop tooling for installation.
• Must be able to pass a security background check for access to US Nuclear power plants.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer 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.
• Collaborate with the 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 experience

Project Management

Engineering experience

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or equivalent

Job description

Siemens Energy is seeking a Project Engineer - Nuclear Uprate in the United States. You will lead engineering-to-field execution for uprate projects, coordinating with engineering, project management, manufacturing, and field teams to ensure concept-to-installation success.

You will translate complex designs into practical field plans, assess installation strategies, manage risk, and ensure compliance with nuclear quality, safety, and regulatory standards.