Electrical and I&C Systems Engineer - Plant Vogtle 1&2
Electrical and Instrumentation and Controls Systems Engineer - Plant Vogtle 1&2
Job Summary
We are looking for Electrical / I&C Engineers. Experience in power generation is desired, but not required. The Electrical and I&C Systems Engineer works to ensure the long term reliability of assigned plant system(s). This will require the ability to learn the system to the component level, understand the underlying issues that may reduce reliability, and effectively develop, present and drive the implementation of improvement plans and maintenance strategies. Electrical and I&C Systems Engineers also perform causal analyses in response to equipment or system failures. Engineers at Southern Nuclear may have opportunities to manage special projects. Engineers also typically take key refueling outage assignments.
Job Requirements
Education B.S. or higher degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program or a PE license is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience in digital (preferred) and analog instrumentation and controls (I&C) (i.e.: integrated plant computer systems, circuit boards, transmitters, analog controllers, digital controllers, etc.).
- 2 or more years I&C engineering experience is preferred but not required (nuclear or energy related experience is helpful).
- A background in Electrical / I&C Engineering with working knowledge of applicable discipline codes and standards.
- An ability to solve problems and make sound engineering decisions based on experience and appropriate industry practices in order to make timely decisions which might impact plant safety and reliability.
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate issues and proposed solutions.
- The position requires the individual to be periodically (about 3 weeks per year) on-call and available to assist with related troubleshooting and restoration activities.
- Infrequent overnight travel may be required.
Behavioral Attributes
- Accepts ownership of assigned programs, projects and tasks and drives for improvements.
- Develops strategy for optimum equipment performance and reliability.
- Works well as part of a team.
- 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.
Other Requirements
- The successful candidate must meet background screening and NRC Fitness for Duty requirements.
Elec/I&C Systems Engineer - Plant Vogtle
Together with our subsidiaries, we deliver clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy to our 9 million customers. Our focus is doing so with service excellence.
That means we are leaders who take action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. We create community value through energy, social, economic, and environmental progress.
We do this through electric operating companies in three states and natural gas distribution companies in four. Our family of companies draw on diverse energy sources to create the best mix for our service areas, including electricity, natural gas, solar power, carbon-free nuclear, and other sustainable sources.
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