Vistra Corporate Services Company
Nuclear Core Design Project Manager
Vistra Corporate Services Company, Collinsville, Illinois, United States, 62234
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Job SummaryThe Nuclear Core Design Manager/Engineer reports to Energy Harbor's (a Vistra Company) corporate office in Akron, OH or the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station in Oak Harbor, OH and performs all manner of core design and reactor physics support calculations and analyses.
This role frequently works independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet company objectives and supports the gathering and analysis of information necessary for initiatives or to solve complex problems.
The position will develop and maintain effective working relationships with others including external to the company.
Job DescriptionKey Accountabilities:Managing the Davis-Besse core design projectAct as the primary contact between the plant and fuel vendor for fuel and safety analysis issues.Performing core physics calculations using the Studsvik CMS software.Providing core physics data support to Reactor Engineering, Operations, Training, and other applicable groups at site as well as the Fuel Procurement and Spent Fuel Management groupsInitiating vendor analyses and performing verification of the results of vendor-supplied reload analysesProviding support for vendor design verifications and quality auditsInvolved in spent fuel criticality analyses, strategic fuel cycle planning, decay heat calculations, and reactor pressure vessel fluence calculations.Identifies and performs task as required to meet objectivesLead interpretation and analysis of complex issuesCoordinates assigned projects, studies and initiatives through completionComply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environmentPrepare and present reports including recommendations to resolve complex issuesParticipate in and on occasion lead special project and committees including external organizationsLead complex problem - solving efforts
Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required (preferably Nuclear Engineering).Proven performance in the areas of reactor core design and core physics calculations is desirable.Demonstrated written and oral communication abilities.A strong analytical ability is required.Ability to perform computer programming is desirable.Studsvik Scandpower CMS software experience considered a plus.Demonstrated experience performing project management considered a plusPrevious relevant job experience strongly preferred
*LEVEL OF POSITION IS DETERMINED BY APPLICABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE*
Key Metrics:Team - work and collaboration skills across organizational boundariesAble to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communicationAble to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundariesIn-depth understanding of power plant equipment and system interrelationships.Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the businessAble to apply systematic problem - solving processes to address complex issues
Job FamilyEngineering Services
CompanyEnergy Harbor Nuclear Op
LocationsDowntown Operations Center
Ohio
We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.
It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email
a request.
Job SummaryThe Nuclear Core Design Manager/Engineer reports to Energy Harbor's (a Vistra Company) corporate office in Akron, OH or the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station in Oak Harbor, OH and performs all manner of core design and reactor physics support calculations and analyses.
This role frequently works independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet company objectives and supports the gathering and analysis of information necessary for initiatives or to solve complex problems.
The position will develop and maintain effective working relationships with others including external to the company.
Job DescriptionKey Accountabilities:Managing the Davis-Besse core design projectAct as the primary contact between the plant and fuel vendor for fuel and safety analysis issues.Performing core physics calculations using the Studsvik CMS software.Providing core physics data support to Reactor Engineering, Operations, Training, and other applicable groups at site as well as the Fuel Procurement and Spent Fuel Management groupsInitiating vendor analyses and performing verification of the results of vendor-supplied reload analysesProviding support for vendor design verifications and quality auditsInvolved in spent fuel criticality analyses, strategic fuel cycle planning, decay heat calculations, and reactor pressure vessel fluence calculations.Identifies and performs task as required to meet objectivesLead interpretation and analysis of complex issuesCoordinates assigned projects, studies and initiatives through completionComply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environmentPrepare and present reports including recommendations to resolve complex issuesParticipate in and on occasion lead special project and committees including external organizationsLead complex problem - solving efforts
Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required (preferably Nuclear Engineering).Proven performance in the areas of reactor core design and core physics calculations is desirable.Demonstrated written and oral communication abilities.A strong analytical ability is required.Ability to perform computer programming is desirable.Studsvik Scandpower CMS software experience considered a plus.Demonstrated experience performing project management considered a plusPrevious relevant job experience strongly preferred
*LEVEL OF POSITION IS DETERMINED BY APPLICABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE*
Key Metrics:Team - work and collaboration skills across organizational boundariesAble to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communicationAble to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundariesIn-depth understanding of power plant equipment and system interrelationships.Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the businessAble to apply systematic problem - solving processes to address complex issues
Job FamilyEngineering Services
CompanyEnergy Harbor Nuclear Op
LocationsDowntown Operations Center
Ohio
We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.
It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email
a request.