Senior Systems Engineer

Holtec International; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness resources and voluntary benefits

Training and educational assistance

Job summary

A leading clean energy company in Camden, NJ is looking for a Systems Engineer to design components for the SMR-300 nuclear power plant. The role involves leading multi-disciplinary teams, making high-risk technical decisions, and ensuring design coherence. Candidates must have a BS in engineering, 10 years of experience, and strong knowledge of heat transfer and fluid dynamics. Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and experience in nuclear energy. Competitive salary and extensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of post-graduation engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• In-depth knowledge of heat transfer and fluid dynamics fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Leads multi-disciplinary system integration activities.
• Responsible for high-risk technical decisions.
• Establishes technical approaches and design coherence.

Skills

Leadership of multi-disciplinary teams

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Heat transfer fundamentals

Fluid dynamics fundamentals

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

BS in an engineering discipline

Masters degree in Mechanical or other engineering discipline

Tools

Smart Plant

MathCad

AutoCAD

Pipe-Flo

Engineering Life-cycle Management (ELM)

DOORS-NG

HTRI software

Job description

Holtec International and its subsidiary companies are designing an unfailingly safe and secure source of clean energy using nuclear fission, called the SMR-300 small modular reactor. The position is offered by SMR LLC as a member of the Holtec International family, a global turnkey supplier of equipment and systems for the nuclear, solar, geothermal, and fossil power generation sectors of the energy industry.

Come join a growing multidisciplinary team of designers and engineers designing the next-generation nuclear power plant. Holtec International is seeking applicants for the role of Systems Engineer. The Systems Engineer is responsible for the design of a variety of components and systems for the SMR-300 power plant. This role requires frequent interfacing with other engineering disciplines and licensing groups as well as capable management of system integration activities, such as requirements development, component specification development, and calculations. The Engineer will be part of a team executing a U.S. Government cost-shared development program requiring efficient completion of engineering assignments.

Senior Systems Design Engineer Responsibilities

• Leads multi-disciplinary system integration activities across major plant systems
• Responsible for high-risk technical decisions, architecture trade studies, and alignment with licensing and program leadership
• Establishes technical approaches and ensures design coherence across organizational boundaries
• Impact significantly influences program execution, safety case development, and long-term design strategy

Minimum Requirements

• BS in an engineering discipline
• Minimum 10 years of post-graduation engineering experience
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and resolving high-complexity technical issues
• In-depth knowledge of heat transfer and fluid dynamics fundamentals
• Excellent technical writing, interpersonal, and effective communication skills
• Fluency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Mechanical or other engineering discipline
• Experience working with engineers and manufacturers to develop designs and drawings
• Experience working in the nuclear energy field in a design capacity
• Experience with Smart Plant, MathCad, AutoCAD, Pipe-Flo, Engineering Life-cycle Management (ELM), requirements management software (e.g. DOORS-NG), and HTRI software
• Experience researching and developing requirements
• EIT and/or PE certification

Salary Range: $140,000.00-$165,000.00

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
• Training and educational assistance

As a technology trailblazer and a prominent innovator in clean energy (nuclear and solar) industry, Holtec strives to foster a meritocratic work environment conducive to continuous learning and professional growth of its associates. Holtec is an equal opportunity employer with a long-standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company gives special preference to disabled veterans as a part of its recruitment policy. Detailed information on the Company can be obtained by consulting the website: holtecinternational.com.