Electrical Planner III, Nuclear

KBH Industrial • Richland, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

KBH Industrial is seeking an Electrical Planner III to prepare electrical work packages for a Nuclear Projects organization at a commercial nuclear generating station. The work supports large- and small-scale projects performed by Electrical and contract maintenance organizations and is intended to help ensure projects are performed safely, reliably, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable codes and standards.

This is an onsite contract role in Richland, Washington, with a 4x10 schedule, Monday through Thursday. The position may involve authorized business travel. Pay is $54.49 to $85.40 per hour, depending on experience. Per diem and mobilization/demobilization are available.

Requirements

• Electrical work planning experience at a commercial nuclear power plant, including modification packages.
• Working knowledge of NEC and electrical maintenance practices.
• Experience with a work management system such as Maximo, Passport, or Asset Suite.
• Ability to obtain Planner I qualification.
• Green Badge Level 2 access required.
• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and at least six years of experience in a technical area; associate's degree from an accredited college or university and eight years of technical-area experience; high school diploma or GED plus technical training or education similar to an in-grade apprenticeship program for maintenance-related work and six years of technical-area experience; or high school diploma or GED and ten years of technical-area experience. Accredited college or university education counts year for year toward technical work experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems.
• Working knowledge of nuclear power plant work management and planning processes.
• Knowledge of safety regulations in a power plant environment.
• Knowledge of ALARA requirements.
• Knowledge of nuclear security operations, regulations, and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare work instructions for Electrical and contract maintenance organizations supporting projects and implementation of modifications.
• Select and approve purchases, or make procurement recommendations, for materials needed to execute work packages.
• Conduct field walkdowns to analyze maintenance, modification, and surveillance activities, using findings to improve work package quality.
• Collaborate with Work Management, Supply, Operations, and Engineering to identify and resolve work package issues.
• Define the procedures, drawings, equipment, and materials required for planned work.
• Prepare and submit RWPs, plant barrier impairments, fire impairments, operability impact statements, ALARA task-outs, regulatory and code documentation, and quality hold and witness points.
• Verify that work instructions are adequate and comply with station procedures, NEC codes, and applicable standards.
• Review and approve work packages for safety, quality, and technical rigor, including 10CFR50.59 screening or evaluation when required.
• Develop, revise, and review maintenance procedures to improve work package development and maintain compliance with codes, standards, and vendor recommendations.
• Provide project management and direction to other planners or contractors developing detailed package elements.
• Participate in work control and scheduling meetings, craft feedback sessions, contract requisition reviews, complex troubleshooting, maintenance risk and clearance order reviews, planner peer reviews, and system interaction reviews.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) program
• Other employee perks to support health, financial security, and work-life balance
• Per diem
• Mobilization/demobilization

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED