DCPP (Nuc) Engineer, Senior - Secondary Systems

Requisition ID # 155915 

Job Category: Engineering / Science 

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Business Unit: Generation

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Location: Avila Beach

 

 

Department Overview

Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP) safely and reliably produces electricity that is environmentally responsible and cost effective for our customers and shareholders.  DCPP's mission is to be the leading nuclear power plant in the country and to: Inspire and positively influence the industry through our safe, reliable, and excellent operational performance. Embrace new ideas to continuously improve our plant and our work environment. Proactively learn from ourselves and others. Enrich our communities and the environment, increasing the public's trust and confidence in nuclear power.

 

Position Summary

This category is for the engineer that has acquired extensive knowledge of concepts, principles and practices, and works independently with only general direction. This senior engineer provides technical direction to engineers and completes assignments that require integration with other departments and are of broad scope and complexity.

 

May be required to fill a rotation in the DCPP Emergency Response Organization (ERO) as necessary.

 

To obtain and maintain employment and unescorted access at DCPP, you must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screen, a security background check, psychological screen, computer-based training, and be subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

 

PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job.  The actual salary paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.  Although we estimate the successful candidate hired into this role will be placed towards the middle or entry point of the range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to these factors.​

 

A reasonable salary range is:​

California Minimum: $​148,272

California Maximum: $​190,488

 

Qualifications 

Minimum

• A four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited curriculum in the United States or the equivalent as defined in ANSI/ANS-3.1-1993,

 

• Mastery of the Associate and Journey level Engineer job duties and demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform the basic duties of the Senior Engineer. Meets specific technical requirements gained through a minimum of eight years of cumulative experience in engineering and related

 

Desired

• A four year degree in Mechanical Engineering (BS ME)
• 8 years experience in mechanical systems design and performance monitoring (pumps, valves, piping, instruments, flow, temperature, pressure, etc.) related to systems and components, including analysis and design
• A current Professional Engineer License (PE) in Mechanical Engineering from California
• Ability to troubleshoot system and component problems and utilize fault tree analysis
• Familiarity with nuclear power plant secondary and tertiary systems
• Familiarity with valves (MOVs, AOVs, Check, Relief, etc),
• Experience with feedwater/condensate systems for large power plants
• Experience with large heat exchangers and steam generators, including eddy current and other   methods of tube integrity testing  
• Maintains an absolute commitment to safety for self and others.
• Investigates/analyzes assigned technical issues, with close supervision of method, progress, and resources.
• Applies basic analytical and investigative principles and scientific theory to routine problems. Prioritizes, plans, and recommends solutions.
• Assists other auditors, engineers, project teams, and supervisors by developing, compiling, and providing technical data.
• Effectively communicates, both written and orally.
• Approaches and plans work in an organized manner applying established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates conservative judgment when making decisions and recommendations.
• Frequently shows initiative.
• Has good to excellent knowledge of applicable nuclear process principles, ASME and ANS codes, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the industry and PG&E; and related to their field of expertise.
• Understanding of electrical and instrument and control interactions with mechanical systems

 

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