Exam Writer
Holtec Decommissioning International (HDI) is currently seeking an Exam Writer to join the Palisades Nuclear Plant team in Covert, MI.
We are proud of our reputation for professional and technical excellence, and we recognize that the key to upholding that reputation resides in the excellence of our employees. We are looking for talent who brings value to the organization and contributes to advancing our business and reputation.
Palisades Nuclear Power Plant is positioned to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the industry and the nation!
JOB SUMMARY
The Exam Writer develops and administers Regulatory Exams in accordance with NUREG 1021, “Operator Licensing Examination Standards for Power Reactors”. Provides accredited training to Operations personnel to ensure the safe, event-free operation of the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant.
JOB DUTIES
- Develop Initial Exam Development Plan to ensure that all required project milestones are met.
- Develop exam material in accordance with the requirements of NUREG 1021 for initial and requalification exams.
- Develop exam submittals to support the milestone schedule and ensure compliance with NUREG 1021 guidance.
- Applying the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) process in implementing and delivering training in accredited programs.
- Examining, remediating, and evaluating student performance during training and evaluation activities and maintaining appropriate records.
- Ensuring the SAT is satisfied as described in the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) ACAD documents.
- Overseeing of Accreditation Objectives and Criteria for assigned programs, including interfacing with INPO and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) as required.
- Interacting professionally with other station departments and outside agencies to ensure quality training is provided.
- Obtain and maintain a Senior Reactor Operator Certification.
- Performing Emergency Response Organization (ERO) duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education required of the position:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline is preferred.
Minimum experience required of the position:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in Operations or Operations Training in the nuclear industry is required (8 years’ experience at the Staff level).
- Combustion Engineering PWR experience strongly preferred.
- Holding or having previously held a RO or SRO license or certification preferred.
- Holding or having previously held an INPO instructor certification is strongly preferred.
- Previous Regulatory Exam development experience is strongly preferred.
Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position:
- Proficient with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with all levels of management across the plant's organization.
- Must possess the coordinator skills necessary to independently schedule various training courses for multiple station departments.
ANSI Required: No
HDI offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, hospitalization, and other valuable voluntary options; time-off programs; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. HDI is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.
What We Do
Holtec International is a global turnkey supplier of equipment and services for the Nuclear, Solar, Geothermal, and Fossil Power Generation sectors of the energy and petrochemical industry. As a fully integrated supplier, Holtec possesses in-house capabilities to design, engineer, analyze, construct, license, and deploy the technologies offered by the company; this includes technologies to manage used nuclear fuel and waste discharged from nuclear reactors and wet and dry (air cooled) heat transfer equipment for commercial power plants. Holtec is also developing a Small Modular Reactor (SMR), which will provide for modular, distributed, carbon-free, base-load energy.
Holtec International’s industrial activities are principally focused on six continents: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Britain, Spain, Switzerland, Belgium, China, Ukraine, Canada, Mexico, the United States and Brazil are among the countries where Holtec International has provided significant goods and services. The domestic market in the United States, however, has been the catalyst for Holtec’s technical innovations in its fields of endeavor, which the company has successfully parlayed into business successes in overseas markets. Over 70% of Holtec’s output is consumed by the domestic power industry; the balance is destined for foreign markets. Holtec’s corporate moorings are firmly and deeply anchored in the power industry: Over 150 power generation stations in the U.S., including over 80 commercial nuclear power plants, have been Holtec customers over the past two decades.
Holtec International has a long and excellent reputation for honesty and integrity in business dealings. This reputation is a priceless asset which must be safeguarded continually by all Holtec employees. To succeed, Holttec must have the trust and confidence of its customers, subcontractors, suppliers, fellow associates and the public. Maintaining an unwavering commitment to the highest standards of business ethics and conduct is crucial to Holtec’s future.
