Welding Program Engineer

Ameren Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 71,100 - 172,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage on date of hire

100% employer paid cash balance pension plan

401(k) with company match

Minimum of 15 days paid vacation

Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave

Job summary

Ameren Corporation is seeking an Engineer to provide technical leadership at the Callaway Energy Center. This role involves optimizing and ensuring the reliability of systems, resolving plant issues, and providing technical assistance to departments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and has strong leadership and communication skills. Compensation ranges from $71,100 to $172,200 depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer Registration preferred.
• Previous Nuclear Utility experience preferred.
• Security screening is required for Callaway plant access.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical Program Engineer according to procedures.
• Perform safety evaluation screening and address nonconformance reports.
• Conduct causal analysis of equipment deficiencies.
• Monitor performance and report status to plant management.
• Review NRC and INPO documents and share Operating Experience.
• Plan and prioritize engineering tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication skills

Human relations

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution

Job description

About the Callaway Energy Center

The Callaway Energy Center is a nuclear facility located in mid‑Missouri. The Energy Center has more than 800 employees and contractors working at the facility, and it has established a strong record of safe operation throughout its 30‑year operating history. The Energy Center is a highly efficient, low‑cost, sustainable source of electricity for Ameren Missouri’s 1.2 million customers.

Benefits Provided

• Medical coverage on date of hire
• 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
• 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave

About the Position

The Engineer provides technical leadership for the site through optimization and reliability of systems and equipment, proactive identification and resolution of plant issues, and technical assistance to other departments. Also maintains a thorough knowledge of programs, codes, standards and operating experience and how they relate to the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a technical Program Engineer according to Callaway Energy Center procedures and policies.
• Perform safety evaluation screening, disposition of nonconformance reports, disposition Requests for Resolution (RFRs) to include Engineering Evaluations, Minor Modifications, and Material Equivalencies for equipment within assigned system/area/component groups.
• Perform causal analysis of equipment and system/area deficiencies and failures and determine corrective actions to resolve.
• Proactive performance monitoring and trend the performance of assigned programs/area and periodically assess and report the status to plant management in accordance with applicable plant procedures.
• Perform engineering evaluations and reviews of applicable NRC and INPO documents and review, use, and share Operating Experience.
• Work planning and prioritization (including long‑range planning and life‑cycle management).
• Prioritize / establish action plans to address deficiencies on assigned programs/areas via the corrective action and work management processes.
• Interface with other departments for cost effective maintenance strategies on assigned programs/area.
• Support changes in configuration / design and design basis.
• Develop engineering products in accordance with defined standards and procedures.
• Review technical specifications and instruction manuals to determine testing and maintenance requirements of safety related equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required.
• Engineer‑in‑Training or Professional Engineer Registration preferred.
• Previous Nuclear Utility experience preferred.
• Must have good leadership, decision making, communication and human relations skills.
• Security screening is required for Callaway plant access.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $71,100.00 – $172,200.00. This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant’s credentials. At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.