Programs Engineer - Plant Farley

Columbia, AL

Engineer, Site Programs – Plant Farley

Job Summary

Program Engineers direct implementation of assigned programs and work processes. Major programs include: Steam Generator Reliability, Underground Pipe and Tanks, In-Service Inspections, and Flow Accelerated Corrosion. Program Engineers will be responsible for maintaining equipment reliability, ensuring regulatory compliance, knowledge and application of industry best practices, budgets, and for the performance or oversight of inspections of plant equipment. Also, Program Engineers typically take key refueling outage assignments. Engineering assignments typically include on-call duty engineer and emergency plan response requirements.

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or PE License required

  • Mechanical or Civil Engineering discipline preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Three years of nuclear power site station experience is required.

  • Three (3) years or more of application and experience with programs such as Welding & Code Repair/Replacement, Flow Accelerated Corrosion, Buried Pipe, and/or ISI, is desired.

  • A background in engineering with working knowledge of applicable discipline codes and standards.

  • VT-2 certification is preferred.

  • An ability to solve problems and make sound engineering decisions based on experience and appropriate industry practices.

  • Previous experience in systems engineering, programs engineering, or component engineering preferred.

  • Proficiency in interpretation of system/component/isometric drawings is preferred.

  • Experience and working knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Section XI is a plus.

  • Working knowledge in Nuclear Plant Systems, structures and components preferred.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Proven organizational skills with ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Capable of working efficiently and effectively across organizations.

  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft office products, specifically WORD, EXCEL and POWERPOINT.

Behavioral Attributes

  • Places highest priority on nuclear and industrial safety.

  • Accepts ownership of assigned programs, projects and tasks.

  • Develops strategy for optimum use of resources.

  • Self-motivated.

  • Uses rigor and formality when performing work to minimize errors.

  • Manages financial performance to control costs.

  • Works through conflicts to create win/win situations.

  • Holds self and others accountable for results.

  • Values diversity and respects the dignity of every individual.

  • Assumes personal responsibility for individual and company successes

Please note: this position will be filled at a level commensurate with the selected candidate's experience and leadership background.

Southern Nuclear , a subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), is a leader among the nation’s nuclear energy facility operators and an innovator in advanced nuclear technologies. Southern Nuclear is an essential part of Southern Company’s energy portfolio, operating over 8,200 MW across eight nuclear energy units in Alabama and Georgia at the Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant near Dothan, Ala., the Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant near Baxley, Ga., and the Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant near Waynesboro, Ga.

The company recently achieved commercial operation on Vogtle Units 3&4, representing an historic achievement for the nuclear industry and the country. Vogtle Units 3&4 are the first new nuclear units to reach commercial operation and be built in the United States in the last three decades. Southern Nuclear is a recognized leader in the industry in nuclear and fuel innovation, having been the first to deploy Accident Tolerant Fuels and winning over 10 consecutive Top Innovative Practice (TIP) Awards and eight EPRI awards.

For more than 40 years, Southern Nuclear has operated nuclear energy facilities at the highest levels of safety and reliability, generating carbon-free electricity for millions of homes and businesses. The company’s headquarters is in Birmingham, Ala.

Twitter: @SouthernNuclear; Facebook: facebook.com/southernnuclear; www.southernnuclear.com

Job Identification: 7634

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Nuclear

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