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Program Manager, Plant Maintenance

NuScale Power
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025
POSITION SUMMARY: As part of the Plant Startup and Services organization and reporting to the department Supervisor, the person in this position will play a key role in in the development and execution of an innovative construction and commissioning integration strategy that will provide the framework for the Online and Outage Maintenance programs for a NuScale power plant. In addition, the person in this position will support the development of an efficient Work Management strategy and plan that is optimized and unique to a NuScale power plant. The successful candidate will also influence the design of special tooling and equipment required to support the refueling and remote handling of the NuScale Power Module. The successful candidate will also work closely with other SROs and Engineering to develop regulatory required operational programs like ISI, IST, M-Rule, Valve Testing, etc.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Has broad nuclear facility maintenance and operating engineering experience in multiple areas or depth and expertise of nuclear power plant operational principles, techniques, and practices to support Standard Design Application (SDA), Combined Operating License Application (COLA), and construction / commissioning integration strategy. This includes the following areas: Work Management, Work Planning, Maintenance Planning, Strategic Maintenance Planning (preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance and run to failure), On Line Maintenance, Refuel Outage Maintenance, and Concept of Maintenance and Operations.
  • Able to effectively influence decision making within the Engineering and Plant Startup and Services organization.
  • Develops resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and innovation.
  • Exercises judgment within broadly defined policies and practices using professional principles and company objectives to resolve complex issues.
  • Plans, organizes, and performs innovative and complex maintenance and operations engineering assignments on a team dedicated to the development of maintenance, operations and engineering projects.
  • Able to manage large projects and complete tasks with minimal oversight from leadership. Acts independently to determine or develop methods and procedures on new or special assignments, informs strategic conversations, and leads tactical ones.
  • Interacts with management and other organizations on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines. Presents technical information concerning NuScale projects to the NRC and other stakeholders on behalf of NuScale.
  • Mentors and trains others in sound approaches and standards for solving problems in technical areas of expertise.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

  • Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
  • Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, Is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
  • Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
  • Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
  • Safety Culture : Observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.

Minimum Skills, Qualifications And Abilities

  • Education: Minimum of a B.S. degree in a technical field is required . Alternatively, an additional 5 years of directly applicable nuclear plant experience (15 years total), may be considered in lieu of a degree . Current/recent NRC issued SRO license is highly desirable.
  • Experience: A minimum of 10 years of commercial nuclear power plant or Navy nuclear operating experience is required. In addition, a minimum of 8 years of commercial nuclear power plant experience specifically in Maintenance is required. Experience with FIN Team and QA are also desirable.
  • Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
  • Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
  • The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay And Benefits

The target pay range for this position is $150,537 - $181,682 annually.The full pay range is $134,964 - $211,098.

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.

For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page: Employee Benefits | NuScale Power

Salary : $134,964 - $211,098

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