What are the responsibilities and job description for the Remote Human Factors Engineer position at Actalent?
Overview:
We are seeking to hire a fully Remote Human Factors Engineer for a multi year contract.
Description:
The Human Factors Engineer (HFE) contributes to the overall strategy and manages complex issues that support client Engineering concerning the application of Human Factors methodologies to existing nuclear plants and next-generation Reactors such as BWRX-300.
- Knowledge of the human factors engineering process.
- Knowledge of nuclear plant operations and nuclear regulatory processes.
- Ability to determine the requirements for the displays, controls, and other job support aids needed to accomplish functions.
- Ability to translate requirements into controls, displays, software & hardware for monitoring, control, and protection functions for various plant systems and operating modes.
- Ability to review, test and validate human-system interfaces using a simulator and plant operating, surveillance, and emergency procedures.
- Ability to incorporate design requirements into analyses and design documents.
- Support the development of normal, abnormal, emergency operating procedures, alarm response procedures, surveillance procedures and operator training programs.
- Support company quality requirements, including participation in design reviews and the initiation of and responding to Corrective Actions.
- Provide on-time, quality delivery of engineering documentation in accordance with contract requirements, business procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent 4-year degree in a technical discipline.
- Minimum 4 years of Human Factors experience in process, power, or marine industry.
Desired Qualifications:
- M.S. or PhD Degree in Human Factors Engineering or related Discipline or equivalent.
- Experience with procedure writing, training, or surveillance test execution.
- Experience with alarm system design, alarm rationalization, and alarm prioritization.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; communicates messages clearly and concisely.
- Solid technical writing skills with focus on requirements, design, and description documents.
- Experience with NRC and INPO Operator Training Guidelines.
- Experience with NRC Regulatory Guide 0711 or 0711 site implementation and reviews.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $70 - $80
