Job Number:
5298

External Description:

Principal Controls Design Engineer - Nuclear 79080

Location:  PSEG Power,Hancock's Bridge, NJ Work Location: Hybrid Req: 77524

Salary Range: $114,500 - $188,100       Incentive: PIP 15% 

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combating climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

Provide technical support in the Engineering Services department for the Salem Power Uprate Project.  The successful candidate will perform the duties as a Lead Responsible Engineer (LRE) for modifications needed to support the power uprate for Salem Units 1 and 2.  An LRE is responsible for determining solutions, and then managing resources needed to prepare the applicable design deliverables.

Job Responsibilities

• Qualify for and fulfill the LRE role for the power uprate plant modifications and be accountable for the design “cradle to grave”.

• Establish modification scope, system performance requirements, and all testing requirements.
• Perform Owners Acceptance Reviews for design analysis, modification packages, procurement, and specifications in 

  accordance with plant procedures.
• Manage technical supplier teams with respect to cost, schedule, and quality.
• Schedule and coordinate Engineering and station department resources to deliver and install required design change packages.

• Interface with Project Manager to ensure that Engineering deliverables meet the overall project goals.
• Provide field support during modification walkdowns, installation, testing and as-built verification.
• Comply with regulatory requirements including 50.59, License Amendment Request preparation and any required supporting analysis.

• Perform other assigned duties as determined by the Electrical Design Engineering Manager.

• Assigned duties in the Emergency Response Organization

Job Specific Qualifications Required:

• BS Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Controls or related Engineering or related technical degree.


• • 13 years experience performing related Engineering work in a nuclear power plant.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in controls / digital design engineering
  • Work effectively with a team to achieve team goals.
  • Independently multi-task and resolve conflicting priorities.
  • Excellent written & oral communication skills
  • Availability for shift work during installation.
  • Must meet Nuclear requirements for unescorted plant access.
  • Must possess a valid US driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

 Desired:

• • Power uprate experience at a pressurized water reactor (PWR)
  • Prior Design Engineering configuration control qualification
  • Professional Engineering license (NJ or other state)
  • Familiarity with the operation of programmable logic controllers
  • Familiarity with electric or electromechanical analog / pneumatic control loops


• Familiarity with distributed digital data collection and control systems (e.g., Emerson Ovation, RSLogix, PI Process)

Job Number:
77524*

Community / Marketing Title:
79080 Principal Controls Design Engineer-Nuclear

Location_formattedLocationLong:
Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey US