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Location: Portland, OR | Vancouver, WA | Tri-Cities, WA | Greater Washington State and Utah

Employment Type: Contract (W2)

Industry: Energy & Utilities

Duration: 6+ months (with potential extensions)

About CorSource

We are CorSource Technology Group, a locally owned technology consulting firm in Portland, Oregon. For over 30 years, weve partnered with skilled professionals to support public and private utility, energy, and infrastructure clients. We specialize in aligning talented individuals with mission-driven, technology-forward organizations that keep our region running.

Position Overview

CorSource is seeking an experienced Nuclear Engineer to support engineering programs, plant modifications, and operational excellence initiatives in the commercial nuclear energy sector. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in regulated environments, strong familiarity with industry standards, and a proven ability to navigate complex, multidisciplinary engineering challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review engineering designs, calculations, and documentation related to nuclear plant systems and components
• Support system health assessments, equipment evaluations, and life-cycle analysis in accordance with industry best practices
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering codes, regulatory requirements, and quality assurance standards (e.g., NRC, INPO, NQA-1)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, licensing, maintenance, and project management
• Conduct engineering change evaluations, prepare engineering work packages, and support field implementation
• Perform risk assessments, root cause evaluations, and corrective/preventive action planning
• Participate in design reviews, technical walkdowns, and readiness assessments
• Support procurement and qualification of nuclear-grade components, materials, and services
• Maintain and update system configuration documentation, drawings, and engineering records
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in engineering processes, safety, and regulatory compliance

Preferred Skills & Experience

• 515+ years of engineering experience in a commercial nuclear power or highly regulated energy environment
• Strong technical background in systems engineering, mechanical/electrical/nuclear engineering, or plant operations support
• Familiarity with regulatory and industry standards (e.g., NRC, ASME, IEEE, ANSI, NQA-1, 10 CFR Part 50/21/100)
• Experience preparing engineering design change packages and supporting modifications in a nuclear facility
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, system modeling tools, document control platforms)
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills
• PE license, NCEES certification, or advanced training in nuclear engineering a plus

Education & Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, or Systems Engineering (or closely related field)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Regional travel may be required depending on project assignment
• Ability to obtain site-specific access and security clearances, if required

Why Work with CorSource?

When you join our network, you gain access to exclusive contract opportunities in high-impact organizations. Our team takes the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills from short-term projects to long-term engagements that make a difference.

CorSource Technology Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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