Nuclear Safety Analysis Engineer III

About us:

Dominion is one of the nation's largest producers of energy, with a portfolio of more than 26,500 megawatts of generation and 7,800 miles of natural gas transmission pipeline. Dominion also owns and operates the nation's largest underground natural gas storage system with about 960 billion cubic feet of storage capacity and serves retail energy customers in 11 states. You can experience the excitement of our company—it’s the difference between taking a job and starting a career.

It all starts here, with you.Dominion is one of the industry leading utilities for performing full-scope in-house safety analyses in support of its nuclear units. including reload core safety analyses, detailed core thermal/hydraulics calculations, reactor system transient analyses, containment structural integrity analyses, evaluations of as-found plant conditions, and analytical methods development for the support of these activities.Job Responsibilities:-Establish and communicate bounding conditions of safe operation (safety analyses) for the reactor core, reactor coolant system, balance of plant, containment systems, engineered safeguards, and safety-related auxiliary equipment of the Dominion nuclear units-Support maintaining plant configurations consistent with current safety analyses-Modify safety analyses in support of plant design changes-Evaluate unanticipated as-found plant conditions, provide input for operability determinations, and provide recommendations for restoration of equipment to the design conditions-Develop and maintain analytical methods for these activities-Participate in ongoing training and continuous improvement activities to maintain and enhance our role in supporting safe and efficient plant operationQualificationsThe ideal candidate will possess the following:-Minimum 3 10 years direct experience in nuclear safety analysis-Knowledge of fundamental nuclear, mechanical, and electrical theory and engineering principles-Knowledge of fundamental theory, design, systems, structures, components, and operation of pressurized water reactors-Knowledge and experience with nuclear application codes, especially those used to perform detailed core thermal/hydraulics analysis, reactor coolant system transient analysis, and containment systems analysis. Direct experience with codes such as RETRAN, RELAP, VIPRE, and GOTHIC is a plus-Knowledge of nuclear regulations and regulatory processes-Station experience and related plant systems knowledge is a plus-Ability to effectively operate a personal computer and workstation computer, including standard Microsoft applications and UNIX. Programming skills are desirable-Ability to define problems, collect information, evaluate data, draw valid conclusions, and develop solutions in a time-critical environment-A demonstrated professional orientation, and an ability to lead, communicate effectively in both written and oral forms, and work effectively either in teams or independently under own initiative-Strong communication, teamwork, analytical, and project management skills are essential for success in this position
-Bachelors Degree from an accredited school is required (Nuclear Engineering is preferred) or -Mechanical Engineering Degree acceptable-M.S. degree preferred in Nuclear or Mechanical Engineering-PE license is preferred

Working Conditions:
76% - 100% - Office Work Environment; Up To 25% - Cold;Confined Spaces;Dust / Grease / Oil;Energized Wires;Fumes;Heat;Loud Noise;Operating Machinery;Outdoors;Radiation;Travel

Test Required:


Certification and Other Qualifications:
PE license can be substituted for a 4-year engineering degree from an accredited institution.

Additional Information:
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Dominion is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.