Startup Testing Engineer

Enercon Services, Inc.

Startup Testing Engineer at ENERCON, defining and leading the testing roadmap for nuclear power plants. Collaborating with engineering and safety teams to ensure compliance and safety during startup.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and leading preoperational and startup testing roadmaps for nuclear power plants, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and effective cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in creating detailed test specifications and procedures while mentoring engineering teams to achieve successful project outcomes.

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Nuclear Power Plant SystemsTest Plan DevelopmentProject Management PracticesRegulatory ComplianceTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Preoperational TestingStartup TestingCommissioningTest SpecificationsMechanical SystemsElectrical SystemsControl SystemsSafety SystemsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailDecision-MakingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectP6Document Control Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Regulatory ComplianceQA/QC PracticesSafety CultureRegulatory AuditsEnergy Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, develop, and lead the preoperational and startup testing roadmap of a nuclear power plant
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering, operations, and safety teams to create thorough testing specifications, procedures, and schedules
Ensure the plant starts up safely, reliably, and in compliance with all regulatory and design requirements
Develop a comprehensive Preoperational and Startup Testing Roadmap, including test phases, milestones, resource requirements, and success criteria
Write clear, detailed test specifications and procedures for systems and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, control, safety systems, instrumentation, etc.)
Support the development and continuous improvement of startup testing procedures, standards, and best practices
Lead a cross-functional team during testing program development: coordinate personnel, assign tasks, and ensure execution aligns with the roadmap and schedule
Mentor and train other engineers assigned to testing tasks (as applicable)
Ensure all proposed testing activities comply with applicable nuclear industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements
Provide input on testing program development progress, risks, resource needs, and schedule forecasts
Participate in occasional client site visits for review meetings and collaboration events.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in commissioning, startup, testing, or operations support of power plants, preferably nuclear, or in a highly regulated power/energy environment
Strong understanding of nuclear power plant systems (mechanical, electrical, control/instrumentation, safety systems) and how these systems are commissioned and tested
Demonstrated experience in developing test plans, procedures, and documentation, and in leading test execution and commissioning phases
Familiarity with project management practices: scheduling, resource planning, documentation control, and cross-functional coordination
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills, able to identify issues, assess risks, and implement corrective actions effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to produce clear procedural documents, reports, and coordinate with diverse stakeholders (engineering, safety, operations, regulatory)
Ability to lead and motivate a team of engineers
Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality and safety standards
Master’s Degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred
Previous experience specifically with nuclear plant commissioning/startup or nuclear regulatory compliance preferred
Professional certification/licensure (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent) preferred
Experience with project management tools and technical documentation systems (e.g., MS Project, P6, document control systems) preferred
Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory frameworks applicable to nuclear power plants preferred
Experience mentoring or training junior engineers or technicians preferred
Familiarity with safety culture, QA/QC practices, and regulatory audits or inspections preferred.

Benefits

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