Nuclear Planner
Florida City, FL, US, 33034
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role:
Sr. Nuclear Planner - Mechanical
12 Months
Turkey Point Nuclear Plant - Homestead, FL
The Senior Nuclear Planner is an important technical position responsible for developing comprehensive work packages for maintenance, modifications, and surveillance activities at nuclear power facilities. We ask that you have advanced planning expertise, technical knowledge of nuclear systems, and the ability to lead planning plans that ensure safe, efficient, and compliant work execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed work order task descriptions, including step-by-step instructions, material requirements, tool lists, and post-maintenance testing requirements
- Plan complex maintenance activities including ASME Section XI work, ISI/IST programs, and modification packages
- Ensure work packages comply with regulatory requirements, technical specifications, and plant procedures
- Coordinate clearance requirements and equipment isolation strategies with Operations
- Resolve technical issues during the planning phase to prevent field delays
Technical Leadership & Mentoring
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced planners and planner associates
- Lead planning projects for outage and online work activities
- Participate in work week planning meetings and provide expert planning input
- Develop and deliver training content for planner development programs
- Be a subject matter expert for planning processes and tools
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Communicate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Work Management, and Supply Chain to improve work execution
- Participate in pre-job briefs and post-job critiques to improve planning quality
- Coordinate with Radiation Protection and Chemistry for radiological and chemical hazard controls
- Support outage planning activities including milestone achievement and critical path management
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure all work packages meet Quality Assurance requirements and regulatory standards
- Incorporate Operating Experience (OE) and lessons learned into planning products
- Maintain configuration control and ensure documentation of as-built conditions
- Support corrective action program by addressing planning-related issues
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, tools, and standards
- Develop and maintain planning templates, work standards, and best practices
- Participate in benchmarking activities and industry working groups
- Support implementation of new planning technologies and systems
Qualifications:
- Minimum: Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical field, or equivalent 10 years plant experience in a technical field.
- Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related science
- Experience: Minimum 7+ years of nuclear power plant experience, with at least 4 years in maintenance planning or equivalent technical role
- Demonstrated progression in planning responsibilities and complexity of work assignments
Technical Knowledge
- Experience with nuclear plant systems, components, and operations
- Working knowledge of ASME codes (Section XI, Section IX), ISI/IST programs, and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency with work management systems (NAMS/Passport, NextEra One, Primavera P6)
- Understanding of maintenance practices across multiple disciplines (mechanical, electrical, I&C)
- Knowledge of configuration management, design control, and modification processes
Our Safety Pledge to You:
If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!
Why WECTEC Staffing Services?
WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.
WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $60.00 - $65.00
WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com
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