Principal Power Uprate Engineer

Enercon Services, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Enercon Services, Inc. is looking for a Principal Power Uprate Engineer to lead complex engineering projects that advance nuclear energy solutions across the U.S. The role involves mentoring junior staff and conducting engineering studies to ensure effective implementation of power uprates while maintaining safety standards.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and have over 10 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary between $130,000.00 and $180,000.00 annually and allows for remote work for strong candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant nuclear engineering experience.
• Experience evaluating large-scale power generation systems.
• Proficiency in advanced technical topics and engineering studies.

Responsibilities

• Guide high-impact nuclear engineering projects.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of innovation.
• Conduct detailed engineering studies for design evaluations.

Skills

Nuclear engineering experience

Power uprates

Technical mentorship

Engineering analysis

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Join ENERCON as a Principal Power Uprate Engineer and play a key role in advancing nuclear energy solutions across the country. In this leadership-level position, you’ll leverage your expertise to guide complex engineering projects, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the safe and efficient implementation of power uprates at nuclear facilities.

We invest in our people—whether your career path leads toward technical mastery, project leadership, or people management, we provide the resources and support to help you grow.

This role can be based out of any of our nuclear office locations, and remote work will be considered for strong candidates not located near an office.

Responsibilities

As a Principal Engineer, you’ll be a subject matter expert in power uprate evaluations and implementation. You’ll work on dynamic, high-impact projects that require deep knowledge of nuclear systems engineering, plant design analysis, and design modifications. Your work will directly contribute to increasing reactor output while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

• Legacy & Leadership: Pass on expertise and shape the next generation of nuclear professionals, directly influencing future engineering approaches in reactor performance and safety.
• Strategic Impact: Drive projects that enhance reactor output and extend plant lifespans, supporting the U.S. clean energy strategy.
• Influence & Collaboration: Work closely with senior stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and multidisciplinary teams to guide high-impact projects and shape technical direction.
• Mentorship & Culture Building: Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning, ensuring ENERCON remains a trusted partner in the evolving nuclear landscape.
• Design Margin Evaluation: Conduct detailed engineering studies to assess available design margins across nuclear plant systems, including reactor core, steam generators, feedwater systems, and electrical infrastructure.
• System Impact Analysis: Evaluate the impact of increased power levels on plant systems, components, and structures, identify potential bottlenecks or limitations, and propose engineering solutions.
• Modification Identification & Scoping: Determine necessary plant modifications to accommodate the new power level, develop scopes of work, and support cost‑benefit analyses.
• Cross‑Disciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with design engineering, licensing, operations, and maintenance teams to ensure alignment on uprate strategy and implementation.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare technical reports, design change packages, and presentations for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies; maintain accurate records of evaluations and decisions.
• Vendor & Contractor Interface: Support engagement with external vendors and contractors for specialized studies, equipment upgrades, and implementation planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or related discipline) from an ABET‑accredited university.
• 10+ years of relevant nuclear engineering experience, with a focus on power uprates.
• PE license or progress toward licensure is a plus.
• Experience evaluating large‑scale power generation systems following industry‑accepted electrical codes and standards such as IEEE, IEC, NEC, and NERC; preferably in nuclear.
• Proficiency in understanding highly technical topics in engineering using textbooks, white papers, and industry studies as a basis for guidance.
• Experience performing engineering studies and analysis in one or more of the following disciplines:
  • Electrical: load flow, short circuit, arc flash, equipment protection, sequence of operation, and transient stability.
  • Mechanical: thermal‑hydraulic evaluations, system flow modeling, pump and valve sizing, and stress analysis.
  • Civil/Structural: structural load assessments, seismic and wind evaluations, foundation design reviews, and support modifications for uprate‑related equipment.

Compensation

USD $130,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.