Engineer - Testing/Program (All Levels)

The South Texas Project Electric Generating Station is one of the newest and largest nuclear power facilities in the nation. STP's two units produce 2,700 megawatts of carbon-free electricity - providing clean energy to two million Texas homes. Through our uncompromising commitment to nuclear safety and continuous focus on improving plant operations, STP has emerged as an industry leader. Our 1,200 employees maintain an ongoing commitment to the safe and reliable operation of the facility. The company's culture and core values focus on safety, integrity, teamwork and excellence.

SUMMARY

The Testing/Program Engineer works in the Strategic Engineering department in the Engineering Programs section. This individual is responsible for the preparation, implementation, and maintenance of the assigned programs that promote equipment reliability and assure compliance with regulations and commitments. Programs Engineering involves ongoing engineering activities that implement regulatory requirements, industry commitments, and industry guidance that is applicable to STP. Program assignments are based on department needs, individual experience, and individual capabilities. Examples of potential primary and backup program assignments include, but are not limited to: Site Surveillance Coordinator, Inservice Inspection (ISI), Flow Accelerated Corrosion (FAC), Snubber Inspections and Testing, Inservice Testing (IST), Boric Acid Corrosion Control Program, Check Valve Condition Monitoring, System Pressure Testing, ASME Section XI repair/replacement, etc.

EDUCATION

- Education requirements are listed below in the POSITION section.

EXPERIENCE

- Experience will determine the position/title and are listed below in the POSITION section.

- Relevant education (graduate school) and military service will be considered for credit as experience.

- Master’s degree in technical discipline, Mathematics, Physical Science, or Engineering Technology is the equivalent of 1 year experience.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

- There is no Licensure or Certifications required.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The individual will be developed to possess an in-depth knowledge of the structure, scope, bases, and program requirements of assigned programs. Activities and responsibilities include:

- Preparation and maintenance of inspection/examination plans

- Strategic planning of program activities including long-range plant investment planning and outage planning.

- Ensure program scope and activities comply with changes in regulations and industry guidance.

- Preparation and maintenance of inspection reports for record retention as required by regulation.

- Participation in industry activities including user groups, training, program self-assessments, benchmarking, and ASME Code Meetings as applicable.

- Preparation and maintenance of program procedures.

- Assesses, monitors, and communicates the health of programs. Advocate for the needs and continued improvement of assigned programs using forums such as management presentations and health reports.

- Serves as backup program engineer as assigned, developing a fundamental understanding of backup program requirements.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

- Accept Emergency Response Organization (ERO) position as needed.

- Accept outage position as needed.

- Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access.

- Successfully complete General Employee Training (GET) as required for position.

ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

- Environmental and physical requirements are subject to crouching, stooping, bending, twisting and/or lifting up to 30 lbs; ascending/descending stairs; sitting for extended periods of time; and spending considerable time in front of computer monitors.

WORKING CONDITIONS

- Overtime and alternate work schedules as needed.

- Subject to callouts twenty-four hours per day seven days per week.

- Travel may be required.

- May be required to carry a phone.

- Support rotational engineering duty.

WORK LOCATION

- Site – Due to the nature of the work, this position requires work to be performed in the field and/or at the work site.

POSITIONS

Engineer In Training I (EIT I)

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Required)

EXPERIENCE

- No experience is required

Engineer In Training II (EIT II)

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Required)

EXPERIENCE

- 6 months of engineering, maintenance or operations experience. (Required)

Engineer

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Required)

EXPERIENCE

- 1 year of engineering, maintenance or operations experience. (Required)

Sr Engineer

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Required)

EXPERIENCE

- 3 years of engineering, maintenance or operations experience (Required)

- 2 years is nuclear power related. (Preferred)

Staff Engineer

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Required)

EXPERIENCE

- 5 years of engineering, maintenance or operations experience (Required)

- 3 years is nuclear power related. (Preferred)

Consulting Engineer

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Required)

EXPERIENCE

- 8 years of engineering, maintenance or operations experience. (Required)

- 4 years is nuclear power related. (Preferred)

Principal Engineer

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Required)

EXPERIENCE

- 12 years of engineering, maintenance or operations experience. (Required)

- 5 years is nuclear power related. (Preferred)

- Engineering Management Team and GM approval is required to advance to Principal Engineer level.

Note 1: One (1) years’ experience may be credited for an engineering Master’s degree, two (2) years’ experience may be credited for an engineering PhD degree. Engineering intern experience may be credited one-for-one for engineering experience, i.e., 1 month engineering internship may count as 1 month engineering experience at the discretion of the applicable Engineering Manager.

Note 2: The number of years of experience listed above represents the minimum unless approved otherwise by the GM of Engineering on a case-by-case basis; additional years of experience may be required to earn promotion at the discretion of the applicable Engineering Manager.

Posting closes - December 31, 2025

STP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and is committed to nondiscrimination in all matters relating to employment throughout the organization. STP will make every good faith effort to meet or exceed its affirmative action goals and commitments.

We thank all individuals for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

NOTE: In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date.