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Nuclear Specialist (Mid-level to Staff)

American Electric Power

Bridgman, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$87,000–$151,000 Per Year
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Analysis Skills, Benchmarking, Biology, Budget Management, Business Administration, Business Processes, Chemistry, Communication Skills, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Cost Control, Expense Tracking, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Metallurgy, Nuclear Power, Policy Implementation, Power Outages, Power Plant, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Program Evaluation, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Radiation Safety, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Technical Presentation, Technical Support, Trend Analysis, Welding, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Bridgman, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago
Job Posting End Date


02-27-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.


Job Summary


Responsible to the assigned supervisor to perform work activities and projects requiring the application of technical knowledge in a safe, cost effective and efficient way.


Please Note: This position is posted in a range, and an offer will be made based on the candidate's qualifications. Relocation assistance may be available if needed.


Job Description


What You'll Do:


+ Achieve expert level knowledge in the assigned program area(s).

+ Monitor and manage assigned programs through field walkdowns, trending, condition evaluation, and implementation of effective preventive and corrective maintenance strategies.

+ Provide technical support for event investigation, troubleshooting, regulatory correspondence, and design modifications.

+ Evaluate risks and develop in-depth risk mitigation and elimination strategies.

+ Ensure compliance with nuclear safety, quality assurance, and radiation protection regulations.

+ Monitor and review the implementation of NRC regulations, ANSI/ANS standards, and ASME codes.

+ Control costs through the optimization of resources and tracking expenditures within budget parameters.

+ Use periodic self-assessments and industry benchmarking to drive continued improvement in program effectiveness.

+ Participate in industry meetings in addition to reviewing and responding to industry correspondence and guidance as appropriate.

+ Preferred engineering degrees: Welding, Metallurgical, Materials, Mechanical.

+ Working knowledge of industry codes including ASME Section III, VIII, IX, XI is desired.

+ Experience in implementation of welded repairs in a regulated environment is desired.

+ Experience with nuclear program ownership is preferred, with an emphasis on Welding, ASME Section XI Repair/Replacement and Inservice Inspection.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:


+ Coordinates work activities of others within work group, team or those external to the company including contractors, or vendors to complete routine activities.

+ Demonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle outages/projects/assignments of moderate complexity.

+ Exhibits ability in the use of specifications and standards, codes and regulations in the application of equipment, materials, and tools utilized on the outage/project/assignment.

+ Demonstrates ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and/or outage/project schedule.

+ Participates in the planning of outages/projects/assignments.

+ Proficient in use of scheduling techniques for budget and planning activities.

+ Demonstrates ability to work beyond routine assignments by solving problems of moderate complexity.

+ Develops, reviews or presents technical reports such as improvement requisitions, studies and analysis, clearly, concisely and effectively.


What We're Looking For:


Nuclear Specialist/Salary Grade 7: $87,633 - $109,544


Education & Experience:


+ Bachelor degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, Biology or Chemistry

+ Or Associate Degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited school with 5 years nuclear experience

+ Or high school diploma / GED with 9 years of experience in the nuclear industry. Typically, a non-degreed engineering position.


Nuclear Specialist, Senior/ Salary Grade 8:$98,993 - $128,689


Education & Experience:


+ Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, Biology or Chemistry

+ Or Associate Degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited school with 8 years nuclear experience

+ Or high school diploma / GED with 12 years of experience in the nuclear industry.


Nuclear Specialist, Staff / Salary Grade 9: $116,255 - $151,132


Education & Experience:


+ Bachelor degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, Biology or Chemistry

+ Or Associate Degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited school with 11 years nuclear experience

+ Or high school diploma / GED with 15 years of experience in the nuclear industry.


Other Requirements (Applies to All Levels):


+ Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

+ Broad knowledge of nuclear standards, policies and procedures.

+ Demonstrates problem solving skills.


Physical Demands:


+ May perform walk downs in plant environment which may include exposure to heat, cold, noise, and radiation exposure. Perform duties that may involve work in hazardous areas and possible radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC.


Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant.


What You'll Get:


In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.


The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees...the best in the business! We're proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!


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Compensation Data


Compensation Grade:


SP20-007


Compensation Range:


$87,633.00 - $151,132.50


The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.


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