Sr Engr Technical Support Specialist - Nuclear Contracts (95595)

Please visit our website and reference #95595 http://www.progress-energy.com/aboutus/employment/postings/jobs.asp Company Overview:Progress Energy, headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., is a Fortune 250 energy company with more than 21,000 megawatts of generation capacity and $10 billion in annual revenues. The company includes two major utilities that serve more than 3.1 million customers in the Carolinas and Florida. Progress Energy is the 2006 recipient of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Award, the industry's highest honor, in recognition of its operational excellence. The company also is the first utility to receive the prestigious J.D. Power and Associates Founder's Award for customer service. Progress Energy serves two fast-growing areas of the country, and the company is pursuing a balanced approach to meeting the future energy needs of the region. That balance includes increased energy efficiency programs, investments in renewable energy technologies and a state-of-the-art electricity system. For more information about Progress Energy, visit the company's Web site at www.progress-energy.com. Job DescriptionAs a Sr. Engineer Technical Support Specialist, the incumbent must be able to lead special projects and provide leadership on an ongoing basis.  In addition, provide oversight for the group in the area of Procurement Engineering by reviewing, approving and when necessary, developing the procurement requirements for the purchase of plant material and services.  Specific responsibilities include the development of material technical evaluations for part safety classification, part equivalencies, shelf life determinations, material upgrades and commercial grade dedications.  The incumbent will work with individuals to ensure evaluations and selections of the most prudent cost effective alternatives for procurement are consistent with schedules and regulatory/site requirements.  A four year college degree is desired along with five years experience in purchasing of material and services with a good working knowledge of the contract initiation.  The individual should have strong leadership traits and must posses a strong technical capability coupled with the ability to take a leadership role in determining the most cost effective solutions in resolving technical issues while at the same time managing risk for the company.  The incumbent must demonstrate good communication, customer service, team work, and leadership skills and be capable of working effectively with vendors, other utilities, regulatory agencies, and other organizations within the company. QualificationsCareer level.  Fully competent in use of both principles and application.  Works independently on tasks/projects with limited supervision.  Receives guidance only unusual or complex projects or issues.  Identifies problems and possible solutions and takes appropriate action for resolution.  Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 5+ years professional experience.  Equal Employment OpportunityProgress Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran's status.    Equal Employment Opportunity Progress Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran's status. Job Information Job Title: Sr Engr Technical Support Specialist - Nuclear Contracts (95595) Company: Progress Energy Location: Southport, NC 28461 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Engineering Contact Information Company: Progress Energy Reference Code: 95595