Program Engineer - In Service Inspection (ISI)

Talen Energy; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Talen Energy seeks a Program Engineer to support ISI programs at the Susquehanna Nuclear Facility. You will lead engineering evaluations, track program performance, and develop corrective actions to maintain pressure boundary integrity and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with station personnel, NDE vendors, and industry groups to ensure effective program execution and safe, reliable plant operation. The role emphasizes technical leadership and clear reporting to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
• Minimum five years of engineering experience at a commercial nuclear facility.
• Knowledge of ASME Section XI and NDE methods.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain program requirements including scope, testing, monitoring, and compliance.
• Develop and maintain program documents, technical basis evaluations, and engineering standards.
• Evaluate inspection results, operating experience, and regulatory requirements to determine actions.
• Perform engineering evaluations and provide technical recommendations for plant operation.
• Track program performance and develop corrective actions as needed.
• Interface with NDE vendors and station personnel to support program objectives.
• Prepare technical reports and status updates for management.

Skills

Engineering principles

Ownership & teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Effective communication

Problem analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

ASME Section XI programs

NDE methods

Job description

The Program Engineer supports the implementation and continuous improvement of In-Service Inspection (ISI) programs at Susquehanna Steam Electric Station. The ISI Department is responsible for ASME Section XI inspection programs, pressure boundary integrity, regulatory compliance, and inspection program oversight. This position provides technical leadership for assigned programs and works closely with station personnel, contractors, industry organizations, and regulatory stakeholders to maintain program effectiveness and support safe, reliable plant operation.

Engineering Program Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned program requirements, including scope, testing, monitoring, and compliance activities.
• Develop and maintain program documents, technical basis evaluations, and engineering standards.
• Evaluate inspection results, operating experience, and regulatory requirements to determine program impacts and required actions.
• Perform engineering evaluations and provide technical recommendations supporting plant operation and program implementation.
• Track program performance, identify adverse trends, and develop corrective actions as needed.
• Support ASME Section XI inspections and associated program activities.
• Interface with station personnel, Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) vendors, and engineering organizations to support program objectives.
• Participate in industry organizations, Owners Groups, EPRI initiatives, and code committees as required.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and status updates for station management and other stakeholders.
• Support the Corrective Action Program and company safety standards.

Station Support Responsibilities

• Ability to obtain and maintain Unescorted Plant Access.
• Support refueling outage planning, execution, troubleshooting, and field activities associated with assigned programs.
• Support emergent plant issues within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Support periodic maintenance activities, equipment reliability initiatives, and condition monitoring efforts.
• Maintain Emergency Response Organization (ERO) qualifications and participate in emergency preparedness training, drills, and response activities.

Required Skills

• Demonstrate ownership, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Apply engineering principles, industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements to assigned responsibilities.
• Analyze technical issues and develop practical solutions.
• Communicate technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate ownership, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications

• Engineer Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Support Engineer Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Minimum two years of related engineering experience.
• Senior Engineer Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Minimum five years of engineering experience at a commercial nuclear facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial nuclear power experience.
• Experience with ASME Section XI programs or inspection activities.
• Experience with NDE methods and inspection programs.
• Knowledge of ASME, EPRI, INPO, NRC, and Owners Group guidance.
• Knowledge of Buried Pipe & Tank, Piping Corrosion Program & Cathodic Protection.

Talen is a leading independent power producer and energy infrastructure company dedicated to powering the future.

We own, operate, and optimize high-quality power infrastructure across the United States.

Our generation portfolio includes 15 generation locations capable of producing approximately 15.6 GW of power.

Talen’s fleet generates electricity using a diverse mix of fuels, ranging from zero-carbon nuclear energy—including the Susquehanna nuclear facility—to natural gas, coal, and oil.

We produce and sell electricity, capacity, and ancillary services into wholesale power markets across the United States, with generation assets located in key power markets.

Our team is committed to generating power safely and reliably and delivering the most value per megawatt produced.

Talen is also powering the digital infrastructure revolution.

We are well-positioned to capture this growing industry, as artificial intelligence data centers increasingly demand more reliable, clean power.

We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Talen is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Talen Energy is committed to providing a safe, drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Consistent with applicable law and any collective bargaining agreements, positions may be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Talen Energy is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability, or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.

For more information visit www.talenenergy.com.