Nuclear Civil Design Engineer SME

Renuke•Seneca, SC

17h

About The Position

ReNuke Services is seeking a Nuclear Civil Design Engineer SME (Subject Matter Expert) for our client"s site in Seneca, SC! This position serves as the Civil/Structural Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a nuclear generating station, providing authoritative technical leadership in the design, analysis, evaluation, and long-term integrity of plant structures and civil systems. This role is responsible for resolving the most complex and high-risk engineering challenges, ensuring compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements, and maintaining the structural design basis of safety-related and non-safety-related systems. The SME operates with a high degree of autonomy and is recognized as a technical authority across the organization, influencing engineering standards, design practices, and strategic decisions that impact plant safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor"s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Minimum of 15+ years of progressive civil/structural engineering experience, with significant experience in nuclear power or similarly regulated industries
Demonstrated expertise in structural analysis, design, and evaluation of complex systems and safety-related structures
Proven ability to lead resolution of high-impact technical issues and provide expert-level decision-making
Extensive experience with engineering design control processes, calculations, and technical documentation
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to a nuclear facility
Willingness to support outage schedules, including extended hours, nights, and weekends as needed
Demonstrated commitment to nuclear safety culture, procedural compliance, and engineering excellence

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license (strongly preferred)
Extensive experience in nuclear plant civil/structural engineering, including familiarity with NRC regulations and Appendix B quality standards
Advanced knowledge of seismic analysis, structural dynamics, and qualification of nuclear structures and components
Experience with finite element analysis and advanced structural modeling tools
Prior experience serving as a technical lead, SME, or reviewer of record on complex engineering projects
Strong background in aging management programs and long-term asset integrity strategies

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical authority for civil/structural engineering matters, providing expert guidance on complex design, analysis, and field issues
Lead the evaluation and resolution of significant structural concerns, including degraded, non-conforming, or safety-related conditions
Oversee and approve complex engineering analyses, calculations, and design change packages affecting critical plant structures
Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ACI, AISC, ASCE) and nuclear regulatory requirements, including NRC regulations and guidance
Maintain ownership of civil/structural design basis, including validation, updates, and configuration control of critical documentation
Provide technical leadership in seismic qualification, structural integrity evaluations, and risk-informed engineering decisions
Support and lead engineering efforts during refueling outages, including emergent issue resolution and field engineering support
Drive long-term asset management strategies, including aging management, life extension, and structural health monitoring programs
Lead or support root cause analyses and corrective action development for significant events or conditions adverse to quality
Review and approve vendor and contractor deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with plant requirements
Interface with regulatory agencies during audits, inspections, and technical reviews, serving as the civil/structural engineering representative
Mentor and develop engineering staff, providing guidance on technical standards, best practices, and professional development
Influence engineering processes, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization
Support capital projects, system upgrades, and major modifications as the lead civil/structural technical authority