System Engineer III

Job TitleSystem Engineer IIILocationKevil, KY 42053-9711 US (Primary)CategoryEngineering - SystemJob TypeFull-timeEducationBachelor's DegreeShift Work Required?NoTravelSecurity Clearance RequiredNot RequiredJob DescriptionPlant Systems Engineer - Nuclear OperationsSalary: $125,000 - 156,000 depending on experienceLocation: Paducah, KY DUF6 Conversion ProjectSchedule: Full-Time | ExemptWork on One of the Most Unique Engineering Missions in the CountryThe Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride (DUF6) Conversion Project, operated for the U.S. Department of Energy, is responsible for converting thousands of cylinders of legacy uranium hexafluoride into stable materials suitable for long-term storage and beneficial reuse.This is large-scale industrial engineering in a nuclear environment, where plant systems, process reliability, and safety engineering intersect every day.Engineers on this project support complex operational systems used in chemical conversion, material handling, industrial ventilation, thermal processing, and plant control systems.For engineers who enjoy working on challenging industrial systems and solving real operational problems, this role offers a rare opportunity to contribute to one of the Department of Energy's most significant environmental cleanup missions.Why Engineers Choose the DUF6 ProjectEngineers here gain hands-on experience with complex industrial systems that are rarely seen outside the nuclear sector.You will work with:Chemical processing and conversion systemsLarge-scale thermal treatment equipmentMechanical and electrical plant systemsIndustrial ventilation and filtration systemsProcess automation and control systemsNuclear safety systems and engineered safety controlsThis role provides direct involvement with plant operations, system configuration management, reliability improvement, and nuclear safety integration.Engineers frequently become the technical authority for major plant systems, working closely with operations leadership, maintenance teams, and nuclear safety professionals.Position OverviewUnder limited supervision, the Plant Systems Engineer performs engineering and technical work supporting safe and reliable plant operations at the DUF6 conversion facility.The engineer is responsible for maintaining system configuration, ensuring operational readiness, supporting plant troubleshooting, and coordinating system improvements for assigned systems, structures, and components (SSCs).This position serves as a key technical interface between engineering, operations, maintenance, and nuclear safety teams.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelops and defines required surveillances, including performance frequency and required start date, in conjunction with the Nuclear Safety ManagerDirects the maintenance of training and qualifications on assigned systemsIdentifies, manages, and controls the safety bases and configuration of assigned systems, structures, and components (SSCs)Reviews and approves work on assigned systemsUtilizes a graded approach in system and component designEnsures continued operational readiness of assigned systemsPlans, develops, and coordinates implementation of design changesIdentifies and implements improvements/modifications as necessaryEstablishes a list of potential suppliers of parts, and a spare parts minimum/maximum inventory for SSCs in assigned systemsTracks and trends equipment failures for assigned systemsDetermines critical design characteristics (CDCs) of equipment in assigned systemsInterfaces with operations management and provides periodic reports on the effectiveness of the maintenance programInterfaces with other disciplines, site personnel, and/or external organizations to meet project requirementsAssists with system/component troubleshootingProvides technical support to control room operations and plant operationsServes as a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) for system operationEngineers from Adjacent Industries Are Encouraged to ApplyNuclear experience is valuable, but engineers from other complex industrial environments often transition successfully into this role.Engineers with experience in the following industries frequently succeed on this project:Power generation facilitiesChemical processing plantsPetrochemical or refinery operationsLarge manufacturing facilitiesIndustrial utilities or process plantsHighly regulated industrial environmentsExperience supporting plant operations, system troubleshooting, reliability engineering, maintenance coordination, or industrial process systems is highly transferable.Job RequirementsBachelor of Science Degree in engineering discipline or related science or equivalent9+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required1+ years of nuclear experience