Job Type
Full-time
Description
TFE, Inc. is seeking multiple levels of Nuclear Commissioning Engineers.
Nuclear Commissioning Engineers bridge the gap between construction and full-scale operations. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting the testing and commissioning of complex nuclear systems, process equipment, and safety-critical components. The ideal candidate will ensure that all systems are safely transitioned into service in strict compliance with engineering specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Test Planning & Execution: Develop, review, and execute detailed commissioning plans, pre-operational test procedures, and startup protocols for nuclear facility systems.
- System Turnover Management: Manage the system turnover process from construction to operations, including preparing, tracking, and closing out punch-lists and final documentation packages.
- Testing & Validation: Oversee and document cold and hot functional testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all commissioning activities adhere to strict nuclear safety culture guidelines, Quality Assurance programs (e.g., ASME NQA-1), and applicable federal regulations (NRC / DOE).
- Issue Resolution: Identify, document, and troubleshoot system anomalies, design discrepancies, and non-conformances. Coordinate root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a primary interface between construction contractors, design engineering, plant operations, quality control, and regulatory reviewers.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent combination of education and extensive nuclear experience may be considered.
- Experience: Nuclear power generation, government nuclear facilities, or heavily regulated high-hazard industrial environments. Minimum requirements by level: Junior (3-5 years), Mid-level (5-10 years), Lead (10+years) and SMEs (15+ years)
- Technical Expertise: Demonstrated experience in nuclear system testing, startup operations, or component commissioning.
- Blueprint Proficiency: Strong ability to read, interpret, and work from complex P&IDs, electrical one-lines, logic diagrams, and instrument loop drawings.
- Safety Culture: Deep understanding of nuclear safety standards, Conduct of Operations, and work control processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working within [DOE (Department of Energy) / NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission)] regulated facilities.
- Familiarity with ASME NQA-1 Quality Assurance requirements.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or specific system certifications.
- Ability to obtain DOE Q Clearance / Active Secret, etc.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
- Must be able to access all areas of a nuclear/industrial site, which may include climbing stairs, ladders, and walking on uneven surfaces.
- May require wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators or anti-contamination clothing when necessary.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not a complete list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.
