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Enercon Services, Inc. · 1 day ago

Mid-Level Power Uprate Engineer

San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

3+ years exp

Enercon Services, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Power Uprate Analysis Engineer to join their team of nuclear professionals. The role involves evaluating and implementing power uprates at nuclear facilities, contributing to increased reactor output, and providing opportunities for career development and mentorship in nuclear engineering.

EnergyNuclear

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support engineering analyses and design modifications related to power uprates

Collaborate with senior engineers and project teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions while continuing to grow your expertise in nuclear systems and plant operations

Conduct detailed engineering studies to assess available design margins across nuclear plant systems, including reactor core, steam generators, feedwater systems, and electrical infrastructure

Evaluate the impact of increased power levels on plant systems, components, and structures. Identify potential bottlenecks or limitations and propose engineering solutions

Determine necessary plant modifications to accommodate the new power level, including mechanical, electrical, and I&C changes. Develop scopes of work and support cost-benefit analyses

Work closely with design engineering, licensing, operations, and maintenance teams to ensure alignment on uprate strategy and implementation

Prepare technical reports, design change packages, and presentations for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies. Maintain accurate records of evaluations and decisions

Support engagement with external vendors and contractors for specialized studies, equipment upgrades, and implementation planning

Qualification

Nuclear EngineeringPower Generation SystemsEngineering AnalysisPE LicenseElectrical CodesMechanical EngineeringCivil/Structural EngineeringTechnical ReportingCollaborationMentorship

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, or related discipline) from an ABET accredited university

Generally has 3+ years of experience performing nuclear power design engineering

Experience evaluating large scale power generation systems following industry accepted electrical codes and standards such as IEEE, IEC, NEC, and NERC; preferably in nuclear

Proficiency in understanding highly technical topics in the field of engineering using textbooks, white papers, and industry studies as basis and guidance

Experience in performing engineering studies and analysis in one or more of the following disciplines: Electrical: load flow, short circuit, arc flash, equipment protection, sequence of operation, and transient stability

Experience in performing engineering studies and analysis in one or more of the following disciplines: Mechanical: thermal-hydraulic evaluations, system flow modeling, pump and valve sizing, and stress analysis

Experience in performing engineering studies and analysis in one or more of the following disciplines: Civil/Structural: structural load assessments, seismic and wind evaluations, foundation design reviews, and support modifications for uprate-related equipment

Preferred

PE license or progress toward licensure is preferred

Benefits

Enjoy full benefits for you and your dependents starting day one, no waiting period

Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and alternative schedules

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Professional Engineer (PE) license support and incentives

Company

Enercon Services, Inc.

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ENERCON is a multi-discipline engineering and environmental engineering support services firm focused on delivering safe and efficient solutions for the power, data center and industrial sectors.

Founded in 1983

Kennesaw, Georgia, USA

1001-5000 employees