A Risk Engineer is responsible for identifying, analyzing and minimizing risks often associated with construction or resource extraction projects. May work for insurance companies, or engineering firms.
Overview The PRA and Risk-Informed Engineering Group is looking for an experienced and highly motivated PRA Engineer. This role offers a unique blend of technical depth, strategic thinking, and industry engagement. PRA Engineers at ENERCON contribute to meaningful risk-informed initiatives by applying industry standards, performing detailed analyses, and supporting project execution from concept to completion. The position involves close collaboration with clients and engineering teams, active participation in industry forums, and the delivery of high-quality, compliant solutions that drive safety and innovation across the nuclear sector. We are committed to investing in our employees by providing training and resources for growth and career advancement. Whether you aim to become a technical expert, people leader, or business development leader, we support your journey! Responsibilities Our PRA Engineers have the opportunity to collaborate with interdisciplinary partners, coordinate with diverse engineering teams and ensure project success. A typical day may include developing risk-informed approaches to address evolving challenges, preparing engineering calculations and analyses, and performing site visits and walkdowns.
Regulatory & Industry Standards Knowledge :
Maintain a working knowledge of the
ASME / ANS PRA
Standards, related NRC Regulatory Guides, and related NEI or EPRI guidance documents
Project Execution :
Ensure project tasks are executed within planned scope, budget, and schedule
Client Relationship Building :
Build strong relationships with client peers through professional interactions and communication, and through the development of quality engineering products
Business Development & Opportunity Identification :
Identify and promote opportunities for PRA and related risk-informed application projects
Training & Industry Engagement :
Identify and promote training and industry interaction opportunities (e.g., owner's groups, PRA workshops, industry meetings and conferences, professional society meetings)
Quality Assurance & Deliverables :
Produce high-quality engineering deliverables in accordance with client and ENERCON quality assurance (QA) programs that are consistent with project work scopes and client expectations Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university. PE license and advanced degree(s) are beneficial At least 5 years of PRA experience in the nuclear industry Experience should include common PRA tasks including initiating events analysis, accident sequence analysis, success criteria, systems analysis, human reliability analysis, data analysis, quantification, LERF analysis, and External Events (e.g., Seismic PRA, High Winds PRA, and other external events) Experience should include using PRA models for risk assessments to support license amendment requests and/or risk-informed applications such as Surveillance Frequency Control Program (SFCP), Risk Informed Completion Time (RICT), 10 CFR 50.69 categorization, Mitigating System Performance Index (MSPI), Significance Determination Process (SDP), etc Experience in developing, modifying, and/or updating PRA models associated with Light Water Reactor (LWR) and/or non-LWR nuclear power plants Experience with the EPRI Risk & Reliability (R&R) software and codes such as Phoenix Risk Architect suite (CAFTA, PRAQuant, UNCERT, SysImp, FRANX), FTREX, and HRA calculator Familiarity with the
ASME/ANS PRA
standards and related NRC regulatory guides, such as RG 1.200 and
RG 1.174
Highly motivated to work on challenging tasks and first-of-a-kind (FOAK) tasks with minimal supervision Excellent verbal communication skills; Comfortable and effective communicator with team, clients, management, etc., choosing the right mode of communication for the situation and relaying the right message Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail Principal Engineers with 10+ years of experience will be eligible for top level of the salary range. 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
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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.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university. PE license and advanced degree(s) are beneficial At least 5 years of PRA experience in the nuclear industry Experience should include common PRA tasks including initiating events analysis, accident sequence analysis, success criteria, systems analysis, human reliability analysis, data analysis, quantification, LERF analysis, and External Events (e.g., Seismic PRA, High Winds PRA, and other external events) Experience should include using PRA models for risk assessments to support license amendment requests and/or risk-informed applications such as Surveillance Frequency Control Program (SFCP), Risk Informed Completion Time (RICT), 10 CFR 50.69 categorization, Mitigating System Performance Index (MSPI), Significance Determination Process (SDP), etc Experience in developing, modifying, and/or updating PRA models associated with Light Water Reactor (LWR) and/or non-LWR nuclear power plants Experience with the EPRI Risk & Reliability (R&R) software and codes such as Phoenix Risk Architect suite (CAFTA, PRAQuant, UNCERT, SysImp, FRANX), FTREX, and HRA calculator Familiarity with the
ASME/ANS PRA
standards and related NRC regulatory guides, such as RG 1.200 and
RG 1.174
Highly motivated to work on challenging tasks and first-of-a-kind (FOAK) tasks with minimal supervision Excellent verbal communication skills; Comfortable and effective communicator with team, clients, management, etc., choosing the right mode of communication for the situation and relaying the right message Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail Principal Engineers with 10+ years of experience will be eligible for top level of the salary range.