Senior Principal Power Engineer

Overview

Join ENERCON as a Senior Principal Power Engineer and take a pivotal role in transforming nuclear energy solutions nationwide. In this influential position, you will apply your deep expertise to oversee complex engineering projects, mentor junior talent, and ensure the safe and efficient implementation of power uprates at nuclear facilities.

We are committed to investing in our team members—whether your career path aims for technical expertise, project leadership, or people management, we provide the resources and support to facilitate your growth.

We are searching for engineers who possess a blend of technical depth, leadership skills, and a passion for nuclear innovation. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with power uprate projects and a solid foundation in nuclear systems and plant operations.

We invite you to explore this thrilling opportunity and become part of our cutting-edge and impactful team, where your contributions will help enhance nuclear power availability in the market. This role can be performed from any of our nuclear office locations, and remote work will be considered for strong candidates not near an office.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Principal Engineer, you will be a subject matter expert in power uprate evaluations and implementation. Your work will involve engaging in dynamic, high-impact projects that require a deep understanding of nuclear systems engineering, plant design analysis, and design modifications. Your contributions will directly support increasing reactor output while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

• Legacy & Leadership: As a Senior Principal Engineer, you will have the chance to share your expertise and mentor the next generation of engineers. Your knowledge and experience will guide future professionals in overcoming complex reactor performance and safety challenges.
• Strategic Impact: Power uprates play a pivotal role in the U.S. clean energy strategy, propelled by recent legislation that aims to accelerate nuclear deployment. These initiatives are essential for boosting reactor output and extending plant operational lifespans.
• Influence & Collaboration: Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to steer high-impact projects. Your insights will help shape technical directions, project strategies, and industry best practices.
• Mentorship & Culture Building: Beyond providing technical leadership, you will contribute to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning—ensuring ENERCON remains a trusted collaborator in the evolving nuclear landscape.
• Design Margin Evaluation: Conduct in-depth engineering studies to assess design margins across nuclear plant systems, including reactor core, steam generators, feedwater systems, and electrical infrastructure.
• System Impact Analysis: Analyze the impact of increased power levels on plant systems, components, and structures. Identify potential bottlenecks or limitations and recommend engineering solutions.
• Modification Identification & Scoping: Determine essential plant modifications to accommodate higher power levels, including mechanical, electrical, and I&C changes. Develop scopes of work and assist with cost-benefit analyses.
• Cross-Disciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with design engineering, licensing, operations, and maintenance teams to ensure alignment on uprate strategies and implementations.
• Documentation & Reporting: Create technical reports, design change packages, and presentations for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies. Maintain thorough records of evaluations and decisions.
• Vendor & Contractor Interface: Facilitate collaboration with external vendors and contractors for specialized studies, equipment upgrades, and implementation planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related discipline) from an ABET accredited university.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in nuclear engineering, with a focus on power uprates.
• PE license or progress toward licensure is a plus.
• Experience evaluating large-scale power generation systems following industry-accepted electrical codes and standards such as IEEE, IEC, NEC, and NERC; preferably in nuclear.
• Proficiency in understanding highly technical topics in engineering using textbooks, white papers, and industry studies as a basis for guidance.
• Experience performing engineering studies and analyses in one or more of the following disciplines:
  • Electrical: load flow, short circuit, arc flash, equipment protection, sequence of operation, and transient stability.
  • Mechanical: thermal-hydraulic evaluations, system flow modeling, pump and valve sizing, and stress analysis.
  • Civil/Structural: structural load assessments, seismic and wind evaluations, foundation design reviews, and support modifications for uprate-related equipment.

Pay Range

USD $130,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture based on excellence, innovation, and growth.

When the salary range is listed, it reflects typical compensation for this role based on level and location. Actual pay depends on experience, skills, and education.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions. Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.