Nuclear Uncertainty & Drift Analysis Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Experience Required

10 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Compensation

$107,200.00 - $187,000.00 / Yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Shift

First Shift (Day)

Job Description

Overview

Join ENERCON's Nuclear Services Group and Help Ensure Excellence in Nuclear Instrument Performance.We are seeking an experienced Uncertainty & Drift Analysis Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide technical leadership in the evaluation, development, and implementation of instrument uncertainty, setpoint, and drift analysis programs supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of nuclear generating facilities. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise to complex engineering challenges, influence plant performance, and support critical modernization and regulatory initiatives across the nuclear fleet.

This position is available in the following locations:

Kennesaw, GA (Suburb of Atlanta)

Chicago, IL

Naperville, IL (Suburb of Chicago)

Chattanooga, TN

Charlotte, NC

Baton Rouge, LA

Birmingham, AL

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

King of Prussia, PA

Overland Park, KS

Huntsville, AL

Kennewick, WA

Morristown, NJ

Ft Worth, TX

Aiken, SC

Remote (if not close to an office) #LI-MB1

Responsibilities

As a recognized technical authority, you will work with multidisciplinary engineering teams, plant personnel, and industry experts to develop and review engineering calculations, resolve challenging technical issues, and ensure compliance with licensing, regulatory, and industry requirements. Your work will directly impact plant safety, equipment reliability, and long-term operational excellence.

Technical Leadership & Calculations: Serve as the technical lead for instrument uncertainty calculations, setpoint methodologies, and drift analyses. Develop, review, and approve engineering calculations supporting nuclear plant instrumentation and control systems

Technical Analysis & Performance Evaluation: Perform technical analyses including instrument uncertainty calculations, response time evaluations, setpoint determinations, and performance assessments. Evaluate instrument performance, calibration data, and historical trends to establish drift characteristics and optimize maintenance strategies

Project & Plant Support: Support engineering change packages, digital modernization projects, and plant modifications by providing uncertainty and setpoint evaluations. Provide technical support for troubleshooting, corrective action investigations, operability evaluations, and root cause analyses

Cross-Functional & Regulatory Collaboration: Interface with engineering, operations, maintenance, licensing, and training organizations to resolve complex technical issues. Support regulatory audits, inspections, licensing activities, and industry benchmarking initiatives

Mentorship & Standards:Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and other technical personnel. Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering standards, procedures, and best practices

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline

Minimum of 10 years of Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) engineering experience, preferably within the commercial nuclear power industry

Demonstrated expertise in:

Instrument uncertainty calculations

Setpoint methodology development

Instrument drift analysis

Instrument performance monitoring and trending

Strong understanding of nuclear regulatory requirements, industry standards, and engineering methodologies applicable to instrument uncertainty and setpoint calculations

Experience supporting plant modifications, engineering change packages, design basis calculations, and technical evaluations

Knowledge of process instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, level, radiation monitoring, and analytical instrumentation systems

Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical writing, and communication skills

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership on complex projects

Previous experience supporting commercial nuclear power plants, engineering consulting organizations, or architect-engineer firms

Experience with digital I&C modernization and Distributed Control System (DCS) upgrades

Familiarity with NRC regulations, ISA standards, ANSI/ANS standards, and industry guidance related to uncertainty and setpoint methodologies

Recognized industry expertise in uncertainty analysis, drift monitoring, or instrumentation performance programs

Required to travel between 15-25% of the time; duration of travel length may vary depending on project and client needs

Due to Federal Contracts, US Citizenship is required

Compensation Range

USD $107,200.00 - USD $187,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth.

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The compensation range listed is a good-faith estimate of the compensationexpected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, geographic location, and internal equity.

Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship.We ask all candidates this question to better understand work authorization and any potential sponsorship needs.Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

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Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

4903

Job Type

Full Time