Commissioning Support Engineer – Nuclear

Westinghouse Electric Company

. Plan, coordinate, and implement commissioning activities for nuclear power plant systems and equipment .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • South Carolina • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $80 - $110 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commissioning activities for nuclear power plants, including the development and implementation of test protocols, compliance with regulatory standards, and effective project coordination. Proficient in analyzing and resolving deficiencies while ensuring adherence to safety and quality assurance programs.

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Commissioning ExperienceNuclear Quality Standards ComplianceSystem Testing and TurnoverNQA-1 Quality Assurance KnowledgeProfessional Engineering (PE) License

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Hard Skills

CommissioningSystem TestingNuclear Plant Systems KnowledgeP&ID InterpretationRoot Cause AnalysisStartup TestingInstrumentation & Controls (I&C)Regulatory ComplianceDocumentation AccuracyRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingProject CoordinationTime ManagementCross-Functional Team SupportCommitment to Safety

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering (PE) LicenseEngineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Power PlantNRC RegulationsIAEA ComplianceASME StandardsIEEE StandardsHVAC SystemsElectrical DistributionFactory Acceptance Testing (FAT)Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)Regulatory Frameworks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, coordinate, and implement commissioning activities for nuclear power plant systems and equipment
Establish programs and processes supporting commissioning test programs in compliance with design specifications, regulatory requirements, and nuclear quality standards
Support development of Administrative and Test Procedures and turnover documentation
Support deployment of future AP1000 projects
Develop and implement processes for future AP1000 plant deployment
Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and test protocols for nuclear systems and components
Develop pre-operational and startup testing, including system turnover packages following engineering specifications
Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure commissioning readiness
Identify, document, and resolve deficiencies and non-conformances
Ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards, NQA-1 quality requirements, and regulatory bodies such as NRC and IAEA
Review and verify system design documents, drawings, and specifications
Report to the Commission Manager
No managerial responsibilities
Occasional travel may be necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, or related Engineering discipline or equivalent experience
Must be a US citizen or permanent resident
Experience with commissioning, system testing, or plant operations
Knowledge of nuclear plant systems, including reactor systems, I&C, electrical distribution, and HVAC
Familiarity with nuclear codes and standards, including ASME, IEEE, and NRC regulations
Understanding of NQA-1 quality assurance programs
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, instrumentation and control diagrams, and technical drawings
Strong commitment to safety and procedural compliance
Analytical thinking and root cause analysis
Project coordination and time management
Ability to support a cross-functional team
Documentation accuracy
Ability to work under strict regulatory and quality frameworks
10 years of experience in nuclear power plants or highly regulated industries
3 years of experience with startup testing, system turnover, or outage support
Knowledge of Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) and digital systems
Professional Engineering (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
3 years of experience with radiological work controls and nuclear site requirements
Familiarity with risk assessments and safety analysis processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
Competitive pay