Nuclear Startup Testing Engineer

Overview As a Startup Testing Engineer, you will define, develop, and lead the preoperational and startup testing roadmap of a nuclear power plant. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering, operations, and safety teams to create thorough testing specifications, procedures, and schedules. Your work ensures the plant starts up safely, reliably, and in compliance with all regulatory and design requirements. This position can be PT or LTLB. Role & Responsibilities Imagine a day where you bring precision and leadership together — building the roadmap, guiding your team, mentoring others — all in service of getting critical systems safely up and running. Testing Program Development : Develop a comprehensive Preoperational and Startup Testing Roadmap, including test phases, milestones, resource requirements, and success criteria. Write clear, detailed test specifications and procedures for systems and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, control, safety systems, instrumentation, etc.). Support the development and continuous improvement of startup testing procedures, standards, and best practices Leadership & Coordination : Lead a cross-functional team during testing program development: coordinate personnel, assign tasks, and ensure execution aligns with the roadmap and schedule. Mentor and train other engineers assigned to testing tasks (as applicable) Compliance & Reporting : Ensure all proposed testing activities comply with applicable nuclear industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements. Provide input on testing program development progress, risks, resource needs, and schedule forecasts Client Engagement & Travel : Participate in occasional client site visits for review meetings and collaboration events. Estimated travel is up to approximately 25% Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in commissioning, startup, testing, or operations support of power plants, preferably nuclear, or in a highly regulated power/energy environment Strong understanding of nuclear power plant systems (mechanical, electrical, control/instrumentation, safety systems) and how these systems are commissioned and tested Demonstrated experience in developing test plans, procedures, and documentation, and in leading test execution and commissioning phases Familiarity with project management practices: scheduling, resource planning, documentation control, and cross-functional coordination Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills, able to identify issues, assess risks, and implement corrective actions effectively Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to produce clear procedural documents, reports, and coordinate with diverse stakeholders (engineering, safety, operations, regulatory) Ability to lead and motivate a team of engineers Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality and safety standards Master’s Degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred Previous experience specifically with nuclear plant commissioning/startup or nuclear regulatory compliance preferred Professional certification/licensure (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent) preferred Experience with project management tools and technical documentation systems (e.g., MS Project, P6, document control systems) preferred Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory frameworks applicable to nuclear power plants preferred Experience mentoring or training junior engineers or technicians preferred Familiarity with safety culture, QA/QC practices, and regulatory audits or inspections preferred 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. Please CLICK HERE to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role and working here at ENERCON. The compensation range listed is a good-faith estimate of the compensation expected 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. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.