Lead Engineering Technologist (Air Operated Valve) - Brunswick Nuclear Plant

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Lead Nuclear Engineering Technologist

Job Summary

The highest level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role job classification is the Lead Technologist. This job is not part of a standard progression. The job requires a business case justification substantiating the necessity of a Lead role in conjunction with the enterprise Professional titling guidelines.

Lead Engineering Technologists provide technical expertise to solve complex problems and utilize the leadership skills necessary to oversee the training and development of the hierarchy. Incumbents engage in strategic oversight and management of work in a specific area of expertise, with minimal supervision. Incumbents are expected to have advanced skills and have the ability to work independently.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides subject matter expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems. Requires full engagement with the industry and other utilities to constantly assess how Duke's program is structured and implementing best practices in area of expertise.
• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective leadership planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities of self and others.
• Independently reviews and prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches as well as craft recommendations for necessary actions.
• Conducts engineering and related studies. Incumbents are expected to engage in frequent working group phone calls and face-to-face meetings to coordinate and implement changes as a result of fleet and recognize industry best practices.
• Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance. Assists in developing appropriate curriculum to develop others in given area of subject matter expertise.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities and leverage industry expertise. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
• Coaches and mentors other Engineering Technologists and early career Engineers.

Basic Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Engineering Technology
• 8 years minimum required related work experience
• In lieu of degree, High School / GED and 10 years minimum required related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and working knowledge of Air Operated Valves, evaluation of diagnostic data, and providing recommendations for valve maintenance strategies.
• Experience and working knowledge of Motor Operated Valves, evaluation of diagnostic data, and providing recommendations for valve maintenance strategies.
• Experience and working knowledge of Instrumentation and Controls Engineering, evaluation of diagnostic data, and providing recommendations for I&C maintenance strategies.
• Performance Expectations: "Fully Meets Expectations" or better in final 2 APA ratings.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in the nuclear utility industry.
• Proficient in applying principles of project management.

Working Conditions

• Some business units may require visits to field sites and/or plants

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Demonstrates skills applying leadership in the areas of technical project management, program oversight and/or governance.

Working Conditions

• Some business units may require visits to field sites and/or plants

Specific Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Either 6+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or 8+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or 10+ years equivalent experience without a degree

Travel Requirements

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

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