Consulting Engineer - Nuclear Safety Capability Assessment/Safe Shutdown (Electrical)
About The Position
Jensen Hughes is seeking a mid-level to senior-level Engineer with expertise in Safe Shutdown Analysis (SSA), Nuclear Safety Capability Assessments (NSCA), Appendix R compliance, Fire Protection Engineering interfaces, and Electrical Engineering within the commercial nuclear power industry. In this role, you will support operating nuclear power plants and advanced nuclear clients by evaluating safe shutdown capabilities, electrical system functionality, fire-induced circuit impacts, and nuclear safety compliance. You will work with industry-leading experts on projects that directly influence plant safety, regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and long-term asset reliability. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical engineering background combined with experience performing safe shutdown evaluations, circuit analysis, equipment vulnerability assessments, and regulatory compliance activities related to nuclear plant operations. If you're looking to apply your technical expertise to meaningful safety-focused work while continuing to grow your career in the nuclear industry, we'd like to hear from you.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
- 8–12+ years of relevant engineering experience
- Minimum of 5 years supporting a commercial nuclear power plant directly or through nuclear engineering consulting services
- Experience with Safe Shutdown Analysis, Nuclear Safety Capability Assessments, Appendix R, NFPA 805, or related nuclear fire protection programs
- Strong understanding of nuclear plant electrical systems and safety-related equipment
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to travel periodically to client nuclear power plant sites
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience performing circuit analysis and spurious operation evaluations
- Familiarity with NRC regulations, Regulatory Guides, and industry standards
- Experience supporting fire protection engineering programs
- Prior consulting or client-facing experience
- Project management, technical leadership, or supervisory experience
- Experience with engineering change packages and design modifications
- Knowledge of advanced reactor or next-generation nuclear technologies
- Experience with electrical system studies, including protective device coordination, load flow, short circuit analyses, and familiarity with software tools such as ETAP or EasyPower.
Responsibilities
- Perform Safe Shutdown Analyses and Nuclear Safety Capability Assessments for operating nuclear facilities
- Evaluate electrical systems and circuits to support fire protection and safe shutdown requirements
- Conduct plant walkdowns and field assessments to verify design and operational assumptions
- Develop technical reports, engineering calculations, and regulatory support documentation
- Interpret and apply NRC regulations, industry guidance, and licensing basis requirements
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, systems, licensing, operations, and fire protection engineers
- Communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence across projects
- Support business development activities and maintain strong client relationships
Benefits
- Global Employee Networks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
