ENERCON’s New Reactor Group is seeking a highly experienced Principal Project Engineer to lead the design and integration for emerging advanced nuclear generation technologies. The role involves working on all aspects of nuclear plant design, including nuclear steam supply system (NSSS) and balance-of-plant (BOP) systems, as well as providing consulting services to utilities, project developers, and nuclear technology vendors. The Principal Project Engineer serves as the engineering leader on assigned projects fostering engineering excellence through technical oversight, leadership, multi-discipline collaboration, client interface, and project execution.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, plant layout, industrial standards, and equipment/system integration, with proven leadership in cross-functional project teams. This role may include responsibility for mentoring and providing day‑to‑day technical oversight of a small number of less experienced design engineers, focusing on capability development and technical excellence. This role offers flexibility in the following locations:
- Kennesaw, GA (preferred)
- Overland Park, KS (preferred)
- Naperville, IL (preferred)
- Multiple other US Locations
- Remote Considered for Candidates with 10+ years of experience
Responsibilities:
ENERCON’s New Reactor group provides engineering services in support of new advanced nuclear power systems (e.g., nuclear steam supply system, process utility systems, balance of plant systems, site and infrastructure development, etc.) for our utility and reactor developer clients.
- Engineering Leadership: Lead multi-discipline engineering efforts for nuclear power generation projects from conceptual design through issued for construction deliverables. Ensure design in compliance with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations. Provide technical leadership during construction, commissioning, and startup phases
- Deliverables & Design Oversight: Oversee and review key engineering deliverables, including system design documents, P&IDs, plant layouts, equipment specifications, and system interface documents, ensuring technical consistency and constructability
- Cross-Discipline Coordination: Coordinate with mechanical, civil, environmental, electrical, structural, nuclear, and I&C engineering teams to ensure seamless integration across disciplines. Manage vendor relationships and oversee technical evaluations of major equipment packages
- Project Management Interface: Interface with project management to define engineering scope, work breakdown structures, schedules, and risk matrix, and provide regular technical input for project controls. Collaborate with construction partners to coordinate design/construction interfaces and schedule alignment. Support proposal development and budgeting activities
- Mentorship & Development: Provide technical mentorship focusing on technical quality, professional development, and knowledge transfer
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited university
- Senior: Minimum 6 years of experience in power generation engineering including nuclear plants, steam turbine, HRSG systems, combined-cycle power plants, etc.
- Principal: Minimum 3 – 5 years in a lead or principal engineering role and 10+ years exp in power generation including nuclear plants, steam turbine, HRSG systems, combined-cycle power plants, etc.
- Strong understanding of thermodynamic cycles, heat and mass balances, fluid systems, and BOP design
- Experience coordinating engineering activities across mechanical, civil, electrical, structural, environmental, and I&C disciplines
- Demonstrated ability to interface with clients, developers, OEMs, and EPC partners
- Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, NFPA) as applied to power generation facilities
- Familiarity and experience with industry-standard software tools for design, engineering data management, document control, and project management
- Experience providing technical leadership within a project or discipline team
- Ability to travel up to 15% of the time; duration of travel may vary depending on project and client needs
Preferred Skills:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Experience with working in EPC project environments
- Experience in full engineering lifecycle including front end, design, construction, and commissioning
- Experience with permitting and regulatory compliance
- Experience with owner’s engineer roles
- Familiarity with performance testing and acceptance testing
- Experience in the commercial nuclear power industry
- Experience with FEL / FEED studies
Pay Range:
USD $120,000.00 - USD $185,000.00 /Yr.
Additional Information:
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