Mechanical Equipment Qualification Engineer

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Equipment Qualification Engineer

Type: Contract

Compensation: $77 - $130 hourly

Contractor Work Model: Remote

Equipment Qualification Engineer – Mechanical (Remote)
Employer: System One (Agency Contract)
Location: Remote
Pay Range: $77 – $130/hour (based on location and experience)Position Overview
System One is seeking a highly motivated Equipment Qualification Engineer – Mechanical to support our client’s nuclear projects. This role reports to the Equipment Qualification Program Manager and provides day-to-day support for the development and implementation of Equipment Qualification Programs to meet regulatory requirements.
The engineer will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure compliance with design and licensing strategies, participate in interactions with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and support preparation of licensing documentation.Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and implementation of the equipment qualification program.
• Coordinate with design personnel to ensure designs and design changes meet regulatory requirements.
• Prepare, review, and maintain licensing documentation in compliance with Equipment Qualification Programs, regulations, and quality assurance standards.
• Interface with technical teams at System One’s client sites, partners, and contractors.
• Prepare and review technical materials such as test requirement documents and specifications.
• Review correspondence to and from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
• Support safety analysis report (SAR) revisions and preparation.
• Conduct and review regulatory evaluations for equipment qualification.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of experience in development and implementation of equipment qualification.
• Ability to contribute to program development from initial concept to final qualification.
• Voting member on the ASME QME-1 standard committee (required).
• Member of the ASME OM-2 Code (highly desirable).
• Knowledge of IEEE standards (IEEE-323, 344, and 420 7-4.3.2).
• Familiarity with NEI 18-04, Regulatory Guide 1.233, and other related NRC guides.
• Experience with vendor test facilities and equipment environmental qualification.
• Strong awareness of nuclear industry trends and activities related to equipment qualification.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe Professional.
• Experience with NRC interactions (pre-app discussions, topical reports, RAI responses).
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage deadlines independently.
• Excellent communication, integrity, and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to adhere to strict quality assurance standards.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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