Nuclear Systems Engineer

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

KLE is a growing professional services company headquartered in Wixom, Michigan, providing engineering, project management, construction management, and technical support services to the energy and infrastructure industries. With a safety-first approach and a commitment to quality, KLE supports clients across the United States through experienced personnel, practical solutions, and reliable project execution.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

KLE is seeking experienced Nuclear Systems Engineers to support the restoration and operational readiness of a commercial nuclear power generation facility in Pennsylvania.

This position will be responsible for evaluating plant systems, assessing equipment condition and performance, resolving technical issues, and supporting engineering activities necessary for safe and reliable plant operations. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working at a commercial nuclear power plant, preferably a Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) facility.

This position requires working in person at the client facility in the Middletown, Pennsylvania area.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide engineering support for assigned nuclear plant systems, including mechanical, electrical, or auxiliary systems.
• Evaluate system performance, equipment condition, reliability, and operational readiness.
• Review system design documentation, technical specifications, operating procedures, and engineering calculations.
• Identify and resolve equipment deficiencies, system performance issues, and technical challenges.
• Support system restoration, maintenance, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Perform engineering evaluations and develop recommendations for equipment repairs, replacements, or modifications.
• Maintain system health reports, technical documentation, and engineering records.
• Support root cause investigations, corrective action programs, and equipment reliability initiatives.
• Coordinate with plant operations, maintenance, engineering, and project teams to resolve technical issues.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable NRC regulations, industry standards, plant procedures, and nuclear quality assurance requirements.
• Participate in system walkdowns, inspections, testing, and readiness assessments.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of engineering experience at a commercial nuclear power generation facility preferred.
• Previous experience as a Nuclear Systems Engineer, System Engineer, or Plant Engineer strongly preferred.
• Experience with Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of nuclear plant systems, equipment reliability, and engineering processes.
• Familiarity with NRC regulations, nuclear quality assurance requirements, and plant technical specifications.
• Experience with system health monitoring, equipment evaluations, corrective action programs, and root cause analysis.
• Experience supporting plant modifications, maintenance, testing, or commissioning activities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, technical specifications, and system design documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and operations teams.
• Ability to meet site access, background screening, and applicable nuclear facility qualification requirements.
• Valid driver's license.

KLE is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person — Middletown, Pennsylvania area

Pay: $75.00 - $100.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person