Nuclear Reliability Integrity Management (RIM) Engineering Consultant

SI Solutions, LLC • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

We are seeking a Reliability Integrity Management (RIM) Engineer with a strong focus on inspection and monitoring for advanced and operating nuclear reactor systems. This role will apply technical expertise in non-destructive examination (NDE), monitoring technologies, and degradation mechanism evaluation to support risk-informed decision-making under ASME Section XI Division 2 RIM programs. The RIM Engineer will contribute to ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of nuclear systems by developing and implementing inspection and monitoring strategies that address complex degradation challenges across the component lifecycle.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in inspection, monitoring, or NDE programs within the nuclear industry.
• Hands-on experience with NDE methods (UT, RT, ET, PT, MT) and associated equipment.
• Knowledge of ASME Section XI (Division 1 or 2), related codes, and industry standards.
• Experience in evaluating materials performance and degradation under high-temperature, radiation, or corrosive environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Nuclear, or related Engineering discipline (advanced degree preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with industry programs (PWR Owners Group, MRP-227, BWRVIP, or DOE advanced reactor initiatives).
• Background in monitoring technologies, welding, fracture mechanics, fatigue, or corrosion science.
• NDE certification or materials engineering specialization.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate inspection and monitoring results into risk-informed integrity management strategies.
• Active involvement in technical organizations such as ASME, ASTM, ANS, or EPRI working groups.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement inspection and monitoring programs for reactor components, including in-service inspections (ISI) and advanced monitoring systems.
• Support degradation mechanism assessments, particularly for high-temperature and harsh service environments.
• Apply and interpret results from NDE methods (UT, RT, ET, PT, MT) and monitoring technologies for structural integrity management.
• Contribute to probabilistic reliability assessments to optimize inspection intervals, maintenance strategies, and risk-informed targets.
• Oversee or support qualification and deployment of NDE technologies in field and laboratory settings.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver risk-informed integrity management solutions.
• Interface with clients, regulators, and industry groups to align with technical requirements and evolving industry practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus program.
• Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match.
• Paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life Insurance and AD&D.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care.
• ID theft protection and credit monitoring.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees