Protingent
Nuclear Maintenance Equipment Engineer
Protingent Staffing has an exciting REMOTE contract Nuclear Maintenance Equipment Engineer opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
Design of nuclear maintenance equipment systems from requirements through final design, with a focus on operational aspects of the systems
Create operational narratives for nuclear maintenance equipment and systems
Create diagrams for equipment and systems
Support the development of automated control systems and equipment
Provide system design and operational input to and perform reviews of analyses, such as thermal, seismic, structural, heat transfer, and other analyses performed by others
Identify and ensure effective application of correct design codes into the design of plant systems such as ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA, etc
Provide technical direction and guidance to engineers in applicable nuclear related design and operations standards
Analyze and allocate regulatory criteria and standards to complex mechanical and process system design
Work with the vendor design team to create and manage drawing packages of system designs, including but not limited to Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3D models, and system interface drawings
Oversee fabrication and delivery activities for maintenance equipment such as casks, floor valves, adapters, and support equipment
Interface with design disciplines (such as mechanical, instrumentation and controls, civil, and nuclear) to identify and develop plant design information and specify system design and performance criteria
Work with the vendor team and interface with internal design stakeholders in establishing and maintaining system requirements and specification documents
Recommend testing programs for plant system qualification, as needed
Generate documents as a part of the design packages for systems, sub-systems, and equipment designs
Develop (and review vendor) technical design documents, such as Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents, Engineering Design Specifications, etc
Interface with and support licensing activities associated with Safety Analysis Reports
Support design reviews as plant system and subsystem designs are established
Job Qualifications
B.S. in Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university
6+ years work experience with proven mechanical system design and operations skills
Demonstrated experience in the design and operation of complex mechanical systems, structures and equipment, particularly nuclear fuel handling systems
Previous experience with nuclear reactors, nuclear fuel handling or nuclear maintenance process systems, or similar high-performance system or equipment design is required
Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
Current or previously qualified nuclear plant operator (EOOW, SRO, STE, or similar) is highly desired
Experience with radiological controls at nuclear power plants is highly desired
Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence
Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to contribute to a design team’s effort with minimal direction
Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives
Ability to work on simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach
Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork
Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications
Strong communication skills desired
The service provider will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork
Travel Required: 0-5%
Job Details
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate Range: $56-$95/hr
Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status
Benefits Package Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent Protingent is an Award‑Winning provider of top‑tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
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Job Responsibilities
Design of nuclear maintenance equipment systems from requirements through final design, with a focus on operational aspects of the systems
Create operational narratives for nuclear maintenance equipment and systems
Create diagrams for equipment and systems
Support the development of automated control systems and equipment
Provide system design and operational input to and perform reviews of analyses, such as thermal, seismic, structural, heat transfer, and other analyses performed by others
Identify and ensure effective application of correct design codes into the design of plant systems such as ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA, etc
Provide technical direction and guidance to engineers in applicable nuclear related design and operations standards
Analyze and allocate regulatory criteria and standards to complex mechanical and process system design
Work with the vendor design team to create and manage drawing packages of system designs, including but not limited to Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3D models, and system interface drawings
Oversee fabrication and delivery activities for maintenance equipment such as casks, floor valves, adapters, and support equipment
Interface with design disciplines (such as mechanical, instrumentation and controls, civil, and nuclear) to identify and develop plant design information and specify system design and performance criteria
Work with the vendor team and interface with internal design stakeholders in establishing and maintaining system requirements and specification documents
Recommend testing programs for plant system qualification, as needed
Generate documents as a part of the design packages for systems, sub-systems, and equipment designs
Develop (and review vendor) technical design documents, such as Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents, Engineering Design Specifications, etc
Interface with and support licensing activities associated with Safety Analysis Reports
Support design reviews as plant system and subsystem designs are established
Job Qualifications
B.S. in Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university
6+ years work experience with proven mechanical system design and operations skills
Demonstrated experience in the design and operation of complex mechanical systems, structures and equipment, particularly nuclear fuel handling systems
Previous experience with nuclear reactors, nuclear fuel handling or nuclear maintenance process systems, or similar high-performance system or equipment design is required
Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
Current or previously qualified nuclear plant operator (EOOW, SRO, STE, or similar) is highly desired
Experience with radiological controls at nuclear power plants is highly desired
Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence
Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to contribute to a design team’s effort with minimal direction
Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives
Ability to work on simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach
Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork
Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications
Strong communication skills desired
The service provider will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork
Travel Required: 0-5%
Job Details
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate Range: $56-$95/hr
Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status
Benefits Package Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent Protingent is an Award‑Winning provider of top‑tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
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