Nuclear Reactor/Fuel Engineer

DTE Energy•Frenchtown Charter Township, MI
•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs engineering assignments by following defined processes, procedures, and instructions. Proposes solutions to engineering-related problems. Works with experienced professionals to recommend and implement timely solutions involving routine engineering, design, operation, maintenance of company assets and market optimization. Collaborates with more experienced engineers to provide follow-up and engineering assistance on defined problems within time and budget constraints. Develops models and analyzes data in order to recommend solutions and/or improvements in processes and programs; develops and presents presentations to all levels of management and/or external parties. May provide field engineering assistance or technical support. Keeps up to date on current technology and market/technology trends. Assists in the resolution of emergent plant issues. Ensures compliance to all nuclear quality assurance (NQA) documentation and record keeping requirements, along with all nuclear security safeguards, NERC-CIP, critical digital asset, and other Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics
  • Applicable Navy nuclear experience equally acceptable
  • Associate level – Some engineering internship/co-op experience preferred
  • Staff level – 2 years of experience
  • Senior level – 4 years of experience
  • Principal level – 6 years of experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, primarily Excel and Word
  • Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills
  • Proficient communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

  • Proven performance in BWR reactor core design including familiarity with GNF Core Design Software such as Panacea, etc..
  • Experience performing technical evaluations and providing technical support in the areas of nuclear fuel bundle and core design, reload licensing, cycle management, and core monitoring databanks
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication abilities
  • Working knowledge of nuclear reactor core licensing, technical specifications, safety margin bases, code methodology licensing, and related federal regulations

Responsibilities

  • Performs engineering assignments by following defined processes, procedures, and instructions.
  • Proposes solutions to engineering-related problems.
  • Works with experienced professionals to recommend and implement timely solutions involving routine engineering, design, operation, maintenance of company assets and market optimization.
  • Collaborates with more experienced engineers to provide follow-up and engineering assistance on defined problems within time and budget constraints.
  • Develops models and analyzes data in order to recommend solutions and/or improvements in processes and programs.
  • Develops and presents presentations to all levels of management and/or external parties.
  • May provide field engineering assistance or technical support.
  • Keeps up to date on current technology and market/technology trends.
  • Assists in the resolution of emergent plant issues.
  • Ensures compliance to all nuclear quality assurance (NQA) documentation and record keeping requirements, along with all nuclear security safeguards, NERC-CIP, critical digital asset, and other Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) requirements.
  • Must be able to maintain a position on the Fermi Emergency Response Organization ERO in support of the Radiological Emergency Response Plan RERP.
  • Must be able to pass all phases of In-Processing including a background investigation, psychological screening, appropriate radiation worker/respiratory training and be medically certifiable drug and alcohol screen.
  • Physical capability to work in the plant i.e. climb stairs, work in hot environment, work in radiation/contamination areas.
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