The South Texas Project Electric Generating Station is one of the newest and largest nuclear power facilities in the nation. STP's two units produce 2,700 megawatts of carbon-free electricity - providing clean energy to two million Texas homes. Through our uncompromising commitment to nuclear safety and continuous focus on improving plant operations, STP has emerged as an industry leader. Our 1,200 employees maintain an ongoing commitment to the safe and reliable operation of the facility. The company's culture and core values focus on safety, integrity, teamwork and excellence.
SUMMARY
The EFIN (Engineering Fix-It-Now)/Rapid Response Engineer will support station activities related to providing technical support for the operation, maintenance and testing of plant systems. Additionally, the EFIN Engineer will develop engineering changes and engineering evaluations to either address emergent technical plant issues or improve plant equipment and serve as an advocate for improving overall plant performance and reliability while acting as the technical conscience for the station to maintain the design basis of the plant. The EFIN Engineer position is responsible for learning the plant site, procedures, programs and organization along with obtaining engineering qualifications as required in the allotted timeframe. This position primarily supports electrical systems and equipment including power distribution, control systems, motors, breakers, relays, batteries, instrumentation interfaces, and associated plant equipment.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE
- Engineering levels will be commensurate with the candidate’s educational background, relevant technical experience (including engineering, maintenance, and operations), nuclear power experience, and overall qualifications.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS
- There is no Certification or Licensure Listed
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
EFIN ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SUPPORT:
Provides technical support for operations and maintenance personnel regarding plant systems.
- Responds to emergent plant issues by providing rapid technical evaluations, troubleshooting support, and engineering recommendations to support safe and reliable plant operation in a fast-paced environment.
- Reviews performance of plant systems and recommends changes regarding operation, maintenance, or testing.
- Leads the interface with other departments and regulatory agencies by leading meetings and discussions to provide specific information and analysis to questions/problems.
- Prepares and reviews engineering documentation (i.e., calculations, specifications, analysis, drawings, evaluations, etc.)
- Provides independent engineering support to Maintenance that requires field investigation, inspections, and solutions to problems.
- Support investigations and reports for apparent or root cause analysis and generates recommendations for corrective actions.
- Reviews and evaluates industry documentation and event reports for relevant application to STP and identifies appropriate correction actions.
SPECIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of electrical power systems, control systems, protective relaying, motors, batteries, and electrical testing principles preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering documents and drawings.
- Strong technical writing and verbal communications skills required.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accept Emergency Response Organization (ERO) position as needed.
- Accept outage position as needed.
- Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access.
- Successfully complete General Employee Training (GET) as required for position.
- Support rotational engineering duty.
ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Environmental and physical requirements are subject to crouching, stooping, bending, twisting and/or lifting up to 30 lbs; ascending/descending stairs; sitting for extended periods of time; and spending considerable time in front of computer monitors.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Overtime and alternate work schedules as needed.
- Subject to callouts twenty-four hours per day seven days per week.
- Travel may be required.
- May be required to carry a phone.
WORK LOCATION
- Site – Due to the nature of the work, this position requires work to be performed in the field and/or at the work site.
Posting Closes – July 20, 2026
STP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and is committed to nondiscrimination in all matters relating to employment throughout the organization. STP will make every good faith effort to meet or exceed its affirmative action goals and commitments.
We thank all individuals for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
NOTE: In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date.
