Program Engineer 3 – Refueling & Remote Handling

NuScale Power

. Support managers with resource estimates, execution plans, work scopes, schedules, and staffing forecasts .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,710 - $139,650 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering with a focus on nuclear power design, project coordination, and regulatory compliance. Capable of providing technical leadership and mentoring while effectively communicating project status and risks to stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringCommercial Nuclear Power Design ExperiencePrimavera P6 ProficiencyNRC Regulatory Compliance KnowledgeDesign And Installation Of Digital I&C Systems

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Hard Skills

Resource PlanningProject CoordinationTechnical PlanningDigital I&C DesignEngineering OversightTesting And Installation ProceduresProject Cost AnalysisEngineering Methodology DevelopmentRegulatory Requirements IncorporationDesign Alternatives Evaluation

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationMentoringStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6

Certifications & Qualifications

Eligible Under Department Of Energy 10 CFR Part 810

Industry Keywords

NRC RegulationsIEEE Standards10 CFR 50 Appendix B10 CFR 21ASME NQA-1Hazard AnalysesProject KPIsResource EstimatesEngineering StudiesInterface Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support managers with resource estimates, execution plans, work scopes, schedules, and staffing forecasts
Assess department capabilities, resource demand, capacity constraints, and project risks
Plan, coordinate, and oversee engineering activities, deliverables, interfaces, and schedules
Prepare, review, and oversee digital I&C design work products, engineering studies, calculations, reports, hazard analyses, and ITAAC
Translate functional and design requirements into component- and system-level designs
Evaluate design alternatives and make technical decisions supporting NRC regulatory compliance
Support development of testing and installation procedures for process-control and automation systems
Provide technical leadership, engineering oversight, mentoring, and direction to less-experienced engineers
Coordinate design interfaces with disciplines, partners, suppliers, and subcontractors
Communicate work status, resource and functional-area health, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders
Analyze project cost and schedule data and develop project KPIs
Prepare and review work-execution reports and contribute to research-and-development and engineering methodology development
Support technical statements of work and coordinate procurement inputs
Interface with regulatory agencies on I&C design matters, including audits, RAIs, and regulatory meetings
Incorporate regulatory requirements and guidelines into system design requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (power option preferred) from a four-year ABET-accredited college or university
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in commercial nuclear power design and/or systems engineering, or equivalent relevant experience combining technical engineering and project-oriented work planning
Experience supporting resource planning, project coordination, and technical planning
Experience with Primavera P6 highly desired
Design and installation experience of refueling and remote handling related digital I&C systems
Experience developing testing and installation procedures for commercial nuclear plants
Ability to incorporate NRC regulations and guidance into nuclear plant system requirements and map regulatory requirements to specific design parameters
Familiarity with IEEE Standards 497, 603, 308, 379, 384, 323, 344, and 1050 preferred
Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810
Understanding and implementation of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1 quality assurance requirements
Ability to travel nationally and locally
Ability to communicate clearly using phones, personal interaction, and computers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work within the contiguous United States if living beyond a 30-mile radius of a physical NuScale office
Occasional business travel
Professional Engineer registration or an advanced degree is a plus
Equal opportunity employment