Principal Mechanical Systems Commissioning Engineer - NSSS, Nuclear

PSEG; Hancocks Bridge (NJ); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a System/Commissioning Engineer, where you will provide essential technical support for the Salem Power Uprate Project. This role involves assessing work scopes, sponsoring plant modifications, and ensuring systems integration. With a commitment to clean energy technology and a net zero climate vision for 2030, this organization offers a unique blend of career development opportunities typical of a Fortune 500 company alongside the camaraderie of a small business. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this position is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (18 days)

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Controls or related Engineering.
• 13 years of experience in nuclear power plant engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assess scope of work and explore alternative solutions.
• Sponsor modifications through the plant approval process.
• Provide field support during installation and testing.

Skills

Mechanical System Engineering

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Thermal Performance Modeling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Requisition: 79930

PSEG Company: PSEG Power

Salary Range: $114,500- $188,100

Work Location Category: Hybrid Fixed

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories:

1. Onsite: Roles that have specific onsite requirements and are typically onsite daily.
2. Hybrid fixed: Roles that are a blend of onsite work/in-person interactions with some ability to work remotely and require employees to live within a commutable distance and be onsite fixed days each week.
3. Hybrid flexible: Roles that can be performed remotely but require some level of onsite work/in-person interactions on a regular basis, require employees to live within a commutable distance, and, since business needs vary by position and may change over time, managers will set expectations and flexibility regarding where and when work is performed.
4. Fully remote: Roles that can be performed remotely, require employees to live in approved states and will have purpose-driven in-person interactions on occasion.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year (including vacation, scheduled holidays, and floating holidays).

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie, and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

Provide technical support in the Engineering Services department for the Salem Power Uprate Project. The successful candidate will perform the duties as a System/Commissioning Engineer for the power uprate for Salem Units 1 and 2. The engineer is responsible for sponsoring and implementing power uprate modifications.

Job Responsibilities

1. Assess the required scope of work and exploring various alternative solutions for required modifications.
2. Sponsor plant modifications through the plant approval process.
3. Fulfill the role of the system lead engineer for modifications.
4. Ensure adequate systems integration and fulfill the role of plant systems subject matter experts.
5. Support changes to the Preventive maintenance and Surveillance Program.
6. Identify Critical Spare parts.
7. Support Operations and Maintenance technical procedural changes.
8. Prepare and/or support factory and plant startup testing.
9. Interface with Project Manager to ensure that Engineering deliverables meet the overall project goals.
10. Provide field support during modification walkdowns, installation, testing and as-built verification.
11. Comply with regulatory requirements including 50.59, License Amendment Request preparation and any required supporting analysis.
12. Perform other assigned duties as determined by the Engineering Manager.
13. Assigned duties in the Emergency Response Organization.

Job Specific Qualifications

Required:

1. BS Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Controls or related Engineering or related technical degree with 13 years of experience performing related Engineering work in a nuclear power plant or related industry.
2. Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical system engineering.
3. Availability for shift work during installation.
4. Must meet Nuclear requirements for unescorted plant access.
5. Must possess a valid US driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Desired:

1. Power uprate experience at a pressurized water reactor (PWR).
2. Thermal performance modeling and monitoring experience.
3. Professional Engineering license (NJ or other state).

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

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