Protingent is seeking a Refueling and Remote Handling Engineer to lead the development of resolutions to complex problems, design and implement reactor servicing tools, and collaborate with the Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) Component design organization.
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Job Title: Refueling & Remote Handling Engineer
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Refueling & Remote Handling Engineer with our client that is fully remote.
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- The Refueling and Remote Handling Group is responsible for fuel and reactor module handling, including its remote disassembly, inspection, and assembly during reactor refueling.
- The group provides for the design of remotely operated or controlled automated, robotic, and tele-operated reactor servicing tools and inspection equipment for use in a variety of operating environments.
- The mission of the group is to provide efficient, safe, and reliable tools, equipment and processes that ensure refueling outage performance objectives are achieved.
- Leads the development of resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and innovation.
- Provides and utilizes system engineering input in the development of reactor servicing tools, inspection equipment, and control systems.
- Prepares, checks, and reviews engineering reports, system descriptions and specifications, drawings, calculations, and other design documents with particular emphasis on reactor servicing tooling and inspection systems, machine and component design. Works on complex tasks in multiple and diverse areas.
- Work collaboratively with the Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) Component design organization to ensure adequate features are provided to interface with the reactor servicing tools to ensure that functional and performance requirements are met.
- Works closely with Systems Engineering and the Operations group to develop work sequences and handling plans as part of an integrated tool design scheme.
- Leads the development and maintenance of engineering standards and criteria.
- Assists in the planning and organization of complex engineering work. Performs innovative and complex engineering assignments on a team dedicated to the development of an engineered product; interprets scope and requirements of projects; develops alternative methods to achieve project goals.
- Supports and manages procurement of activities related to equipment design, fabrication and testing activities.
- Acts as the subject matter expert (SME) both internal and external to the RRH group and greater Plant Engineering organization in terms of utilizing proven technical approaches and engineering standards to solve problems in technical areas of expertise.
- Mentors and trains other engineers in sound approaches and standards for solving problems in technical areas of expertise.
- Self-manages workload and deadlines.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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- Education: A B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering from a four-year college or university is required. An advanced engineering degree is preferred. A PE license in Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering is desirable.
- Experience: A minimum of 8 years of full-time, directly relevant professional experience is required. Must have demonstrated experience in implementing engineering design processes to design mechanical handling equipment and systems. Must be proficient in planning, preparing, and checking mechanical design documents for mechanical equipment and systems. Prior experience operating in a nuclear operating environment is a plus.
- Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
- 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.
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- Job Type: Contract
- Pay Rate: Market Rate.
- Location: Fully Remote.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
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