Safety Analysis Engineer - Energy Center
Description
If you want to make an impact, then we want YOU!
Want to use your skills to make a difference in your community every single day ? Then join the Southern Nuclear team that's improving the lives of our neighbors in Alabama and Georgia. We operate six units for Alabama Power and Georgia Power that generate vital energy for our communities:
. The Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant near Dothan, Ala.
. The Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant near Baxley, Ga.
. The Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant near Waynesboro, Ga.
We're also building the future of energy with two new nuclear units nearing completion at Plant Vogtle. And we're leading the charge on the research and development of the next generation of nuclear reactors - all for the benefit of our customers.
Thanks to our people, we've earned our place as an energy leader. If YOU want to want make a positive impact in your community and be part of the team that's taking our industry to new levels of excellence, then we want YOU!
Safety Analysis Engineer- Corporate- Birmingham
This position is responsible for performance and oversight of engineering and technical products associated with the design and licensing basis hazards, accidents, and safety analyses for the SNC fleet. These analyses are conducted to demonstrate the plants operate within acceptable safety limits and design margins following design and licensing basis events. Types of analyses include evaluations of containment response, radiological releases, and transient analyses associated with assumed accidents and events to ensure regulatory compliance. This position will actively engage with SNC and industry peers in the development of solutions to generic technical issues as they relate to the fleet's accident and safety analyses. This position is located at the SNC Corporate Office, with flexibility to work within the SNC footprint, and will report to the Safety Analysis Manager in the Fleet Nuclear Fuel and Analysis organization.
The work includes but is not limited to compiling, analyzing, and interpreting data; and performing and managing tasks and projects as part of our engineering team. This position requires an individual to be a self-starter; able to prioritize multiple tasks; and have strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. The person needs to be flexible, and work well in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performing nuclear safety analyses and hazards calculations (radiological, dose, pressure-temperature transients, hydrogen generation, flooding, etc.) (UFSAR Chapters 6 & 15).
Technical oversight of nuclear safety analyses and hazards calculations performed by external suppliers.
Assisting Nuclear Fuels by ensuring technical accuracy and verification of SNC fleet core reload licensing inputs (OPL-3, OPL-4, FRED, and RSLC).
Providing engineering reviews for compliance with existing and new regulations.
Supporting preparation of NRC submittals and licensing document updates related to safety analysis scope.
Providing technical oversight of the resolution to NSSS vendor notifications (Technical Bulletins, Nuclear Service Advisory Letters, and Service Information Letters, Safety Communications, etc.) relative to accident analyses.
Monitoring and influencing emerging safety analysis issues to ensure SNC is appropriately positioned to resolve; interfacing with external groups such as NRC, INPO, NEI, PWROG, BWROG, EPRI, and ANS.
May serve as a member of the Emergency Response Organization.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university is required.
Advanced degree in Engineering is highly preferred.
PE License and/or other specialty certifications preferred.
Please note: This position may require the successful completion of the SNC Initial Engineering Training as a condition of continued employment. The training is approximately 14 weeks long and is a rigorous period that may require studying after work hours.
Background/Experience Requirements:
8 years of work experience in engineering in the nuclear industry strongly preferred.
Work experience associated with the systems, design, and analysis of nuclear power plants. Work experience with the AP1000 plant design is preferred.
Must be able to solve problems and make sound engineering judgments, based on experience and proper application of good engineering practices.
Prior performance of safety analyses and nuclear hazards calculations is strongly preferred.
Experience with industry computer programs used in performing nuclear hazards and safety analyses such as GOTHIC, RADTRAD, MICROSHIELD, RELAP, RETRAN, MCNP, etc. is highly preferred.
Knowledge of nuclear plant Safety Analysis Reports (FSARs), Technical Specifications and site procedures, with emphasis on FSAR Chapters 6 and 15 is highly preferred.
Experience leading small to mid-sized technical projects is desired.
Experience with BWR or PWR core design is desirable.
Must demonstrate a strong nuclear safety conscience.
Must be able to work independently and in team settings on specific tasks, and to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently to uncover and resolve complex technical issues at the system level.
Must exhibit an exceptional degree of technical expertise, creativity, and ability to plan and coordinate projects that deal with unique or controversial problems.
Continues to demonstrate ability to make independent prudent decisions; critical decision making ability to assess risk at multiple levels and understand the consequences and impact of actions; at times, act in the capacity of a consultant to management for technology planning.
Behavioral Attributes:
Unquestionable Trust: Honesty, respect, fairness and integrity drive behaviors. Keeps promises and has ethical behavior as a standard.
Superior Performance: Dedicated to superior performance and sets high expectations. Priorities are safety first, teamwork and diversity and continuous improvement through leadership.
Total Commitment: Committed to success of employees, customers, and shareholders and to citizenship and stewardship.
Initiative: Self-starter who demonstrates initiative and the ability to work independently.
Accountability: Holds himself/herself accountable for business results and behaviors, meeting commitments.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 44,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million electric and gas utility customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric utilities in four states, natural gas distribution utilities in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a national recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top utilities in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Job Field: Engineering
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham
Operating Company: Southern Nuclear Operating Co
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
The Energy Center - 3535 Colonnade Parkway (3535Birmingham)
3535 Colonnade Parkway
Birmingham, 35243
Req ID: SNC2006787
