Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO)
Senior Evaluator, Maintenance, Work Management and Outage
Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO), Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Senior Evaluator, Maintenance, Work Management and Outage
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Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) .
Summary of Purpose Leads monitoring, evaluation, and assistance activities for nuclear power stations in their assigned functional area, interacting with utility personnel, INPO/WANO management, and industry professional groups.
Essential Functions
Acts as lead Maintenance Work Management and Outage evaluator on plant evaluations, WANO peer reviews, and assistance visits as described in the Peer Review and Continuum Manual
Identifies and analyzes problems with integration of work maintenance scheduling, preparation and execution, outage, equipment reliability, organizational effectiveness and performance improvement and learning
Identifies improper electrical, mechanical and instrumentation and control (I&C) work practices
Effectively communicates orally and in writing with all levels of utility personnel, including maintenance shops (mechanical, electrical, instrument and control), supplemental personnel, first‑line supervisors, and station management
Leads in assessing plant performance in the maintenance and work management functions
Works with the industry to improve in the outage, maintenance, and work management areas
Leads in evaluation, assistance, and management of maintenance, work management and outage initiatives
Leads the facilitation of Maintenance, Work Management and Outage working meetings
Frequent travel (up to 40%) is required to visit nuclear sites and other locations domestically and internationally
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Advanced knowledge of operating experience and industry trends in maintenance, work management, and outage management
Advanced knowledge of the contents of associated INPO guideline documents (e.g., INPO 15001, Nuclear Maintenance Fundamentals; INPO –5‑004, Guidelines for the Conduct of Maintenance at Nuclear Power Station; INPO 06‑008, Guidelines for the Conduct of Outages at Nuclear Power Plants; INPO 09‑002, Excellence in Nuclear Project Management; INPO 07‑008, Guidelines for Achieving Excellence in Foreign Material Exclusion (FME))
Advanced knowledge of associated AP documents (e.g., AP‑928, Work Management Process Description; AP‑930, Supplemental Personnel Process Description)
Advanced ability to understand and evaluate maintenance best practices and craftsmanship
Advanced skills in building and maintaining positive relationships, handling complex conflicts with key stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with INPO’s mission
Advanced knowledge of INPO/WANO policies, practices, and procedures
In‑depth comprehensive knowledge of the nuclear utility industry
Advanced proficiency in solving complex, multifaceted problems using data, trend, and analysis to inform decision‑making
Advanced ability to use research, analysis, and stakeholder feedback to influence and execute strategies while remaining up‑to‑date with industry regulations and compliance standards
High levels of communication skills to convey complex ideas and strategies in a clear, compelling manner
Advanced ability to work independently as well as in teams/groups, to align long‑term organizational strategies
Ability to lead functional area and cross‑functional teams
Ability to work and maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive/private information
Education, Licenses, and Certifications – Required
High School Diploma or GED
Education, Licenses, and Certifications – Preferred
Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification
Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, physical science or another related field
Navy nuclear training
Experience – Required
Six or more years of professional work experience
Four or more years of experience in a relevant specialty area
Two years of supervisory or equivalent experience
Experience – Preferred
Five or more years of nuclear plant experience
Two years of INPO/WANO evaluation experience
Two years of manager or equivalent experience
Previous experience as a Maintenance Superintendent, Work Management Manager, Maintenance Manager, or Outage Manager
Additional Requirements – Work Context
Must be able to work prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to work under minimal supervision
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl
Must be able to lift 25 pounds
Must be able to travel domestically or internationally by plane or car
Must have a US state or territory issued Real ID‑compliant driver’s license or identification card
Additional Requirements – Behaviors and Assessments
All INPO employees are expected to abide by behavioral expectations as outlined in INPO’s Core Values, Team Effectiveness Attributes, and Leadership Effectiveness Attributes
Employment is dependent upon successfully completing a pre‑employment background check and drug and alcohol test
This position requires unescorted access authorization to nuclear power stations
This position requires direct or indirect access to certain export‑controlled technology, for which INPO may be required to obtain an export license in accordance with applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations. If an export license is required, any offer of employment at INPO for this position is contingent upon receipt of the export license or authorization
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Utilities
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Senior Evaluator, Maintenance, Work Management and Outage
role at
Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) .
Summary of Purpose Leads monitoring, evaluation, and assistance activities for nuclear power stations in their assigned functional area, interacting with utility personnel, INPO/WANO management, and industry professional groups.
Essential Functions
Acts as lead Maintenance Work Management and Outage evaluator on plant evaluations, WANO peer reviews, and assistance visits as described in the Peer Review and Continuum Manual
Identifies and analyzes problems with integration of work maintenance scheduling, preparation and execution, outage, equipment reliability, organizational effectiveness and performance improvement and learning
Identifies improper electrical, mechanical and instrumentation and control (I&C) work practices
Effectively communicates orally and in writing with all levels of utility personnel, including maintenance shops (mechanical, electrical, instrument and control), supplemental personnel, first‑line supervisors, and station management
Leads in assessing plant performance in the maintenance and work management functions
Works with the industry to improve in the outage, maintenance, and work management areas
Leads in evaluation, assistance, and management of maintenance, work management and outage initiatives
Leads the facilitation of Maintenance, Work Management and Outage working meetings
Frequent travel (up to 40%) is required to visit nuclear sites and other locations domestically and internationally
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Advanced knowledge of operating experience and industry trends in maintenance, work management, and outage management
Advanced knowledge of the contents of associated INPO guideline documents (e.g., INPO 15001, Nuclear Maintenance Fundamentals; INPO –5‑004, Guidelines for the Conduct of Maintenance at Nuclear Power Station; INPO 06‑008, Guidelines for the Conduct of Outages at Nuclear Power Plants; INPO 09‑002, Excellence in Nuclear Project Management; INPO 07‑008, Guidelines for Achieving Excellence in Foreign Material Exclusion (FME))
Advanced knowledge of associated AP documents (e.g., AP‑928, Work Management Process Description; AP‑930, Supplemental Personnel Process Description)
Advanced ability to understand and evaluate maintenance best practices and craftsmanship
Advanced skills in building and maintaining positive relationships, handling complex conflicts with key stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with INPO’s mission
Advanced knowledge of INPO/WANO policies, practices, and procedures
In‑depth comprehensive knowledge of the nuclear utility industry
Advanced proficiency in solving complex, multifaceted problems using data, trend, and analysis to inform decision‑making
Advanced ability to use research, analysis, and stakeholder feedback to influence and execute strategies while remaining up‑to‑date with industry regulations and compliance standards
High levels of communication skills to convey complex ideas and strategies in a clear, compelling manner
Advanced ability to work independently as well as in teams/groups, to align long‑term organizational strategies
Ability to lead functional area and cross‑functional teams
Ability to work and maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive/private information
Education, Licenses, and Certifications – Required
High School Diploma or GED
Education, Licenses, and Certifications – Preferred
Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification
Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, physical science or another related field
Navy nuclear training
Experience – Required
Six or more years of professional work experience
Four or more years of experience in a relevant specialty area
Two years of supervisory or equivalent experience
Experience – Preferred
Five or more years of nuclear plant experience
Two years of INPO/WANO evaluation experience
Two years of manager or equivalent experience
Previous experience as a Maintenance Superintendent, Work Management Manager, Maintenance Manager, or Outage Manager
Additional Requirements – Work Context
Must be able to work prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to work under minimal supervision
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl
Must be able to lift 25 pounds
Must be able to travel domestically or internationally by plane or car
Must have a US state or territory issued Real ID‑compliant driver’s license or identification card
Additional Requirements – Behaviors and Assessments
All INPO employees are expected to abide by behavioral expectations as outlined in INPO’s Core Values, Team Effectiveness Attributes, and Leadership Effectiveness Attributes
Employment is dependent upon successfully completing a pre‑employment background check and drug and alcohol test
This position requires unescorted access authorization to nuclear power stations
This position requires direct or indirect access to certain export‑controlled technology, for which INPO may be required to obtain an export license in accordance with applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations. If an export license is required, any offer of employment at INPO for this position is contingent upon receipt of the export license or authorization
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Utilities
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