Lead Controls Design Engineer - Nuclear

Public Service Enterprise Group - Hancocks Bridge, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Hancocks Bridge, NJ

10,001+ employees

Utilities

About the position

The Lead Controls Design Engineer will provide technical support for the Salem Power Uprate Project at PSEG. This role involves acting as the Lead Responsible Engineer (LRE) for modifications necessary to support the power uprate for Salem Units 1 and 2. The LRE will be accountable for the design process from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and managing resources to deliver design change packages effectively.

Responsibilities

• Qualify for and fulfill the LRE role for the power uprate plant modifications and be accountable for the design 'cradle to grave'.
• Establish modification scope, system performance requirements, and all testing requirements.
• Perform Owners Acceptance Reviews for design analysis, modification packages, procurement, and specifications in accordance with plant procedures.
• Manage technical supplier teams with respect to cost, schedule, and quality.
• Schedule and coordinate Engineering and station department resources to deliver and install required design change packages.
• Interface with Project Manager to ensure that Engineering deliverables meet the overall project goals.
• Provide field support during modification walkdowns, installation, testing, and as-built verification.
• Comply with regulatory requirements including 50.59, License Amendment Request preparation and any required supporting analysis.
• Perform other assigned duties as determined by the Electrical Design Engineering Manager.
• Assigned duties in the Emergency Response Organization.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Controls or related Engineering or related technical degree with 5 years of experience performing related Engineering work in a nuclear power plant or related industry.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in controls system engineering.
• Availability for shift work during installation.
• Must meet Nuclear requirements for unescorted plant access.
• Must possess a valid US driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Power uprate experience at a pressurized water reactor (PWR).
• Prior Design Engineering configuration control qualification.
• Professional Engineering license (NJ or other state).

Benefits

• Comprehensive health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs.
• Retirement program with 401(k) and company match.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.