NuScale Power, LLC Careers

NOTE:  This is a 40 hour/week, contract position anticipated to last through June 2027.  Work may be performed remotely with the contiguous United States.

POSITION SUMMARY:  Reporting to the Manager, Radiological Engineering, this position will specialize in the areas of radiological and nuclear analyses with a focus on pressurized light-water reactors licensing writing and defense. This position requires a self-motivated professional with experience working in a remote platform (web-based video, phone, email, etc), with the necessary qualification to obtain US export controlled software through RSIC. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Perform engineering calculations and analysis using industry-standard methods and simulation tools (e.g., NRCDose, SCALE 6, , RADTRAD, , MCNP, ADVANTG) with little to no supervision.
• Develop resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and innovation.
• Plan, organize, and perform innovative and complex engineering assignments on a team dedicated to the development of an engineering project; interprets scope and requirements of projects; develops alternatives.  
• Exercise judgment within broadly defined policies and practices using professional principles and company objectives to resolve complex issues. 
• Interact with management and senior customer personnel on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines.
• Represent the organization as the principal customer contact
• Present technical information concerning projects or schedule on behalf of NuScale. Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others
• Mentor and train junior engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies. 

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately.  Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, Is able to create, read and interpret complex written information.  Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization. 
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization in the current in person and through remote communication tools. 
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance:  Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• Education/Certification: A minimum of a B.S. degree in nuclear engineering or radiological health physics from a four year ABET accredited college of university is required.  An advanced degree is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum 8 years of full-time directly applicable experience in nuclear/radiological engineering or health physics is required.  2-3 years’ of additional or concurrent experience in PWR or BWR license development and defense.
• Industry Requirements:  Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.  
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others.  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.