ALDO Group is hiring a Senior Valve Engineer to lead the valve engineering scope for the SMR-300 small modular reactor project. In this role, you will design, specify, select, and review valves and actuators, providing critical technical direction and ensuring compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements.
What You'll Do
- Lead valve scope planning and execution for multiple plant systems, including prioritization, schedule alignment, and technical risk management.
- Serve as technical authority for safety-related valve applications, including qualification basis development and Class 1E integration.
- Develop and review procurement specifications for control, isolation, pressure relief, check valves, and specialty nuclear-grade valves.
- Perform and review valve sizing calculations, actuator torque analyses, and operability evaluations under normal and transient conditions.
- Lead vendor technical evaluations, bid clarifications, and pre-award/post-award technical alignment to ensure deliverables meet nuclear quality and licensing requirements.
- Drive resolution of cross-functional interface issues affecting valve performance, operability, and regulatory compliance.
- Support licensing deliverables and ensure valve-related design decisions align with regulatory commitments and safety analyses.
- Mentor junior engineers and review work products including datasheets, specifications, calculations, and vendor documentation.
What We're Looking For
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or closely related ABET-accredited engineering discipline.
- 9–15 years of experience in valve and actuator engineering within the nuclear or energy industry.
- Minimum 5 years of experience supporting nuclear power plant design, modification, or operations in a design or operational capacity.
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing valve procurement packages, including technical specifications, vendor evaluations, document review, and acceptance testing oversight.
- Strong working knowledge of ASME BPVC, ASME B16, API, MSS standards, and nuclear quality assurance requirements (e.g., NQA-1) as applied to valves and actuators.
- Demonstrated capability leading technical decision-making and resolving complex engineering issues with limited oversight.
- Knowledge of NRC regulations applicable to mechanical components (including 10 CFR Part 50/52 and Part 810).
- Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810.
Nice to Have
- Master’s degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Systems Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT with intent to obtain PE.
- Experience supporting design certification, construction, or commissioning of a nuclear power plant.
- Experience working with operations personnel on valve testing and diagnostic programs.
- Familiarity with valve sizing software and digital datasheet platforms.
Team & Environment
Close collaboration with mechanical, process, controls, and systems engineering teams, as well as procurement, quality, and licensing organizations.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $140,000.00-$160,000.00
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and 9 Paid Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
- Training and educational assistance
Holtec is an equal opportunity employer with a long-standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company gives special preference to disabled veterans as a part of its recruitment policy.
