Direct Hire Public Notice - Project Engineer (RIDP)

Nuclear Regulatory Commission•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Project Engineer participates in the Resident Inspector Development Program (RIDP) to develop and qualify as an NRC inspector. The position involves formal classroom training and developmental assignments, followed by inspection work evaluating licensee performance at nuclear facilities. The employee will plan and conduct inspections at assigned plants during startup, operation, and decommissioning; assess compliance with design specifications, operating-license conditions, NRC requirements, and applicable industry codes and standards; and complete inspections according to official schedules. The employee will prepare and present reports documenting inspection findings and conclusions, and assist a Branch Chief or Senior Project Engineer with allegations and tracking their status. Selectees are assigned to an NRC regional office in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania; Atlanta, Georgia; Naperville, Illinois; or Arlington, Texas, based on geographic preference. They are expected to qualify as an NRC inspector through the IMC 1245 process within two years. After completing training, developmental assignments, and qualification, they are expected to seek reassignment to a Resident Inspector Office. A resident inspector’s tour at a single site is limited to ten years by Commission policy. Geographic mobility is a condition of employment, and selectees must sign a Mobility Agreement. The position may be eligible for situational telework under agency policy.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Meet the basic education and professional knowledge requirements for federal engineering positions, as well as the specialized experience requirements, by the stated deadline.
Have specialized experience demonstrating thorough knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and practices, and recent experience applying a relevant professional engineering discipline.
Be familiar with nuclear industry standards, rules, and regulations and able to apply them.
Meet the qualifications within 30 calendar days after the notice closing date and before placement.
Sign a Mobility Agreement and meet the geographic mobility condition of employment.
Qualify as an NRC inspector within two years.
Pass pre-appointment drug testing and meet and maintain security and suitability requirements; the required security clearance level is LH.
Serve a one- or two-year trial period, as applicable.
Submit official or unofficial college transcripts with the application, including school name, student name, degree, and award date.
For foreign education, provide evidence of U.S. equivalency; documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate activities and events, develop inspection findings, and assess corrective actions.
Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement successful problem-solving and conflict-resolution approaches.
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication.

Nice To Haves

Recent experience in commercial, government, or military nuclear power.
Knowledge of nuclear facility design features and operating characteristics, gained through experience with reactor facilities, plant operations, power plant operations, or a related staff role.

Responsibilities

Participate in classroom training and developmental activities to qualify as an NRC inspector.
Assess licensee performance at nuclear facilities and directly inspect licensee activities during operational phases.
Plan, prepare, and conduct in-depth inspections at assigned plants during startup, operation, and decommissioning.
Verify compliance with design specifications, operating-license conditions, NRC requirements, and applicable industry codes and standards.
Complete inspection program activities according to schedules in the Inspection Manual or other official documents.
Prepare and present inspection reports describing findings and conclusions about safety performance and compliance.
Assist the Branch Chief or Senior Project Engineer in handling allegations and tracking their status.
Complete the NRC IMC 1245 qualification process within two years and, after program completion, seek reassignment to a Resident Inspector Office.

Benefits

Potential relocation incentive for a subsequent qualifying move to, between, or from Resident Inspector positions, subject to eligibility.
Potential Resident Inspector Program Group Retention Incentive for resident or senior resident inspectors, subject to approval and annual review.
Comprehensive health and life insurance plans.
Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care.
Dental and vision insurance.
Thrift Savings Plan retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k).
Annual vacation and paid sick leave.
Family-friendly leave policies.
11 paid holidays per year.
Transit benefits.