NDE Specialist / Senior NDE Specialist

Dominion Energy•Waterford, SC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Dominion Energy is seeking two Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) Specialists to join the NDE Department within the Fleet Engineering and Programs and Components (FP&C) department. These roles will support the safety and reliability of Dominion Energy Nuclear's power stations. The positions can be filled at either the Specialist or Senior Specialist level, depending on the candidate's qualifications. The preferred locations are Millstone Power Station in Waterford, CT, or Surry Power Station in Surry, VA, but other locations like Glen Allen, VA; Jenkinsville, SC; or Mineral, VA are also possible. The company offers a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking).

Requirements

Five (5) or more years of experience directly related to NDE work (for Senior NDE Specialist).
Three (3) or more years of experience directly related to NDE work (for NDE Specialist).
In-depth knowledge of various non-destructive testing methods and their application in nuclear power plants.
In depth expertise with the requirements of ASME, ANSI, and ASNT Codes and Standards related to fabrication and in-service Inspection (for Senior NDE Specialist).
In depth familiarity with the requirements of ASME, ANSI, and ASNT Codes and Standards relative to fabrication and in-service Inspection (for NDE Specialist).
Proven ability to enforce the highest standards of operational excellence.
Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Proven ability to build strong partnerships to influence positive change.
Candidates for the Senior NDE Specialist are required to have achieved the Level III NDE Certification in four of the following NDE methods: Liquid Dye Penetrant (PT)-III, Magnetic Particle (MT)-IIII, Radiography (RT)-III, Ultrasonic (UT)-III, Visual Testing (VT)- III, and Eddy Current (ET) – III.
Candidates for the NDE Specialist are required to have achieved the Level III NDE Certification in at least two of the following methods and maintain at least Level II Certification in two others: Liquid Dye Penetrant (PT)-III, Magnetic Particle (MT)-IIII, Radiography (RT)-III, Ultrasonic (UT)-III, Visual Testing (VT)- III, and Eddy Current (ET) – III.

Nice To Haves

Prior NDE experience within the nuclear power industry.
Associates degree or higher in a technical field.
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Responsibilities

Maintain, develop and update Dominion NDE procedures to ensure compliance with applicable code requirements.
Coordinate the NDE training program and certify Company and contract employees.
Act as technical expert and provide NDE guidance to NDE fleet peers and related groups to ensure proper communication and interpretation of test results and prompt repair of components.
Interface with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and other regulatory or surveillance bodies on various NDE matters.
Review and approve vendor and contract employee NDE programs and procedures.
Plan and implement strategies to comply with new and evolving regulatory requirements, including originating new examination techniques.
Maintain, develop and administer training and qualification of the Fleet NDE staff.
Develop, update and maintain NDE procedures to ensure compliance with applicable code requirements.
Audit contractors, vendors and applicable documents for compliance with Dominion written procedures, codes and standards.
Act as technical authority and provide NDE guidance to NDE Inspectors and other departments to ensure proper communication and interpretation of test results and prompt repair of components.
Assist in development and administration of NDE training programs.
Perform NDE inspections of power plant components using advanced methods.
Deliver timely, precise communications with a variety of stakeholders via a variety of channels.
Establish and nurture effective relationships with both internal and external partners to help achieve the highest levels of performance.