Operational Nuclear Human Factors Engineer

Actalent; Wilmington (NC); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the engineering sector is seeking a knowledgeable Operational Nuclear Human Factors Engineer. This role involves providing operational guidance on nuclear projects, focusing on human-system interfaces and procedure development. Candidates should possess a strong background in nuclear operations and human factors engineering, along with excellent communication and technical writing skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing engineering initiatives and ensuring safety and efficiency in nuclear operations. This fully remote position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for qualified professionals.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a reactor operator and 2 years of human factors experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational guidance on Nuclear Human Factors Engineering.
• Support development of emergency operating procedures.

Skills

Nuclear plant operations knowledge

Human factors engineering process

Requirements analysis for plant control

Human-system interfaces validation

Design requirements incorporation

Procedure development

Technical writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

M.S. Degree in Engineering or HFE

Tools

Simulator for human-system interfaces

Job description

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Description

The Operational Nuclear Human Factors Engineer provides operational guidance on near-term and longer-range projects in the area of Nuclear Human Factors Engineering regarding knowledge of operations, maintenance, and testing activities including task characteristics, HSI characteristics, environmental characteristics, and technical requirements related to operational activities in support of the development of human-system interfaces, procedures, and training programs.

• Knowledge of nuclear plant operations and nuclear regulatory processes.
• Knowledge of the human factors engineering process.
• Ability to analyze requirements for plant control.
• Ability to review, test and validate human-system interfaces using a simulator and plant operating, surveillance, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to incorporate design requirements into analyses and design documents.
• Support the development of normal, abnormal, emergency operating procedures, alarm response procedures, surveillance procedures and operator training programs.
• Provide plant operation input to the Reliability Availability Maintainability program.
• Develop proceed/hold acceptance criteria & pre-requisites for Pre-operational, Startup and selected Construction tests.
• Support GEH quality requirements, including participation in design reviews and the initiation of and responding to Corrective Actions.
• Provide on-time, quality delivery of engineering documentation in accordance with contract requirements, business procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines
  
  

Description

The Operational Nuclear Human Factors Engineer provides operational guidance on near-term and longer-range projects in the area of Nuclear Human Factors Engineering regarding knowledge of operations, maintenance, and testing activities including task characteristics, HSI characteristics, environmental characteristics, and technical requirements related to operational activities in support of the development of human-system interfaces, procedures, and training programs.

• Knowledge of nuclear plant operations and nuclear regulatory processes.
• Knowledge of the human factors engineering process.
• Ability to analyze requirements for plant control.
• Ability to review, test and validate human-system interfaces using a simulator and plant operating, surveillance, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to incorporate design requirements into analyses and design documents.
• Support the development of normal, abnormal, emergency operating procedures, alarm response procedures, surveillance procedures and operator training programs.
• Provide plant operation input to the Reliability Availability Maintainability program.
• Develop proceed/hold acceptance criteria & pre-requisites for Pre-operational, Startup and selected Construction tests.
• Support GEH quality requirements, including participation in design reviews and the initiation of and responding to Corrective Actions.
• Provide on-time, quality delivery of engineering documentation in accordance with contract requirements, business procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field. Possesses a Reactor Operator (RO) license. Minimum 5 years as a reactor operator and 2 years of human factors experience.

• M.S. Degree in Engineering or HFE related Discipline or equivalent.
• Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification at a commercial nuclear facility.
• Operating experience or outage experience in positions requiring SRO or RO certification or license.
• Documented delivery of high-quality procedures for mission critical facilities.
• Nuclear plant emergency procedure experience.
• Experience with procedure writing, training, or surveillance test execution.
• Experience with NRC and INPO Operator Training Guidelines.
• Experience with NRC Regulatory Guide 0711 or 0711 site implementation and reviews.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; communicates messages clearly and concisely.
• Solid technical writing skills with focus on requirements, design, and description documents.
• Clear and demonstrated understanding of nuclear industry.
  
  

PPA Procedure Writer’s Certification

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $85.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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