Senior Project Engineer
About The Position
As a Senior Project Engineer, you will support the planning, coordination, integration, and execution of engineering activities for the VC Summer project. You will help ensure that assigned engineering scope and deliverables meet technical, commercial, contractual, schedule, and project requirements. The role coordinates and directs assigned elements of larger project scopes or multiple engineering work activities, and serves as an interface among functional engineering disciplines, project management, external contractors, and the Owner. Regular presence at the VC Summer site is expected because of the highly integrated nature of the position. Approximately 25–50% onsite presence is anticipated during early project phases, transitioning toward full-time onsite support as execution progresses and site needs increase. The role is based in Jenkinsville, South Carolina, and reports to the Site Project Engineering Manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
- At least 4 years of relevant engineering experience in design engineering, project engineering, manufacturing, quality, or related engineering functions.
- Experience working across multiple engineering disciplines and functional organizations.
- Familiarity with technical requirements management and engineering deliverable execution.
- Familiarity with applicable nuclear industry standards, codes, regulations, best practices, and performance expectations.
- Experience supporting complex engineering projects and working across technical and project management organizations.
Nice To Haves
- Project management experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of the Westinghouse AP1000 plant design and engineering processes is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and monitor assigned engineering projects, contractual tasks, and deliverables to ensure they meet technical, commercial, schedule, and project requirements.
- Serve as an engineering interface among Functional Engineering, Project Management, Program Management, contractors, and the Owner.
- Support the Project Manager and engineering team with change control, including scope changes, additional work requests, and schedule impacts.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop solutions that satisfy technical and commercial requirements.
- Coordinate assigned engineering scope in partnership with Project Management and functional engineering disciplines.
- Review and support the development and delivery of engineering deliverables; identify issues or risks and facilitate corrective actions.
- Support resolution of cross-functional and interdisciplinary engineering issues affecting project execution.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
- Provide technical support within area of expertise.
- Develop and/or execute project engineering deliverables.
Benefits
- Medical benefits, which may include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and a Health Savings Account with employer contribution options.
- Wellness programs, including an Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members.
- 401(k) with company match contributions.
- Paid vacations and company holidays.
- Opportunities for flexible work arrangements.
- Educational reimbursement and comprehensive career programs.
- Global recognition and service programs.
- Employee referral program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
