Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist I/II/III
Dominion Energy, Waterford, CT, United States
Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist I/II/III
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Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3‑E5, W1‑W2, or O1‑O3, plus an appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist I This role is the entry or developmental level in the Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist series responsible for implementing nuclear power plant performance monitoring processes and procedures designed to ensure safe and efficient operations. Performs routine to moderate work assignments and tasks designed to develop and enhance performance improvement expertise, knowledge and abilities for progression to the next level. Works with more senior level peers to resolve human performance issues and begins to implement the corrective action program. Participates in root‑cause analysis and self‑assessment teams on corrective action cases. This position uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems, receiving instructions and guidance from more senior level roles.
The Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist I is responsible for assisting with the coordination of the station human performance program; identifying, evaluating, and reporting human performance trends and events, and developing and implementing improvement when required, working closely with department human performance coordinators. Provides support to the corrective action program; assists station personnel with the assignment and use of the corrective action process. Ensures that assignments have been adequately addressed and are in accordance with policies and procedures; creates and distributes human performance‑related communications (e.g., newsletters, presentations). Supports the coordination of the station work observation program and helps maintain the station self‑assessment and benchmark program. Assists with informal and formal self‑assessments and benchmark activities at the site and fleet‑wide as needed. With guidance, helps coordinate the self‑evaluation program. Maintains the station’s operating experience program and coordinated review of industry operating experience. May work with subject matter experts to assist in the preparation of industry operating experience reports. May assist more experienced staff with the coordination and hosting of INPO webcasts; maintains station and department key performance indicators, collect data, begin to analyze and identify trends. Perform various administrative duties as required by the department.
Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist II This level is responsible for maintaining the corrective action program and assisting station personnel in its use with guidance as needed. Duties include assigning corrective actions, monitoring progress, and ensuring assignments have adequately addressed conditions adverse to quality. Screens condition reports to determine significance. Performs corrective action trending and initiates corrective actions based on the identified trends. Coordinates the station human performance program; identifying, evaluating, and reporting human performance trends and events, and developing and implementing improvement when required. Collects and analyzes human performance data for metrics, performance indicators, and recommendations for corrective action when adverse trends are identified. Assists in the monitoring and mentoring of the department human performance coordinators. Responsible for the coordination of the station work observation program. Creates and distributes human performance‑related communications (e.g., newsletters, presentations) and maintains the station self‑assessment and benchmark program. Conducts and assists in informal and formal self‑assessments and benchmark activities at the site and fleet‑wide as necessary. Coordinates the self‑evaluation program and is responsible for preparing the station’s self‑evaluation meeting presentations. Maintains the station operating experience program and coordinates the review of industry operating experience. Works closely with subject matter experts in preparation of industry operating experience reports, and coordinates and hosts INPO webcasts and INPO activities on site as needed. Maintains the station and department’s key performance indicators, collects data, and analyzes and identifies trends.
Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist III The senior level of a three‑level series, the Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist III is responsible for developing and implementing nuclear power plant performance monitoring processes and procedures to ensure safe and efficient operation. Develops and recommends improvements in solving human performance issues and performance improvement processes. Implements corrective action programs and participates in and/or facilitates root‑cause analysis and self‑assessment teams on corrective action cases. Applies in‑depth knowledge of performance monitoring processes, procedures to solve complex problems. May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives. Serves as a resource for colleagues with less experience, to determine significance and level of effort for adverse station conditions, including in‑depth working knowledge of Operating Experience process and interface with 10CFR21. This position works closely with management as the champion of the corrective actions process to ensure adverse conditions and trends are discovered and acted upon in a timely manner.
Responsible for maintaining the corrective action program including screening of condition reports and determining significance. Assigns corrective actions, monitors progress and ensures assignments have adequately addressed adverse conditions. Performs corrective action trending and initiates corrective actions based on the identified trends. Coordinates the station human performance program; identifying, evaluating, and reporting human performance trends and events, and developing and implementing improvement when required. Collects and analyzes human performance data for metrics, performance indicators, and develops recommendations for corrective action when adverse trends are identified. Mentors the department human performance coordinators and monitors trends across departments, coordinates the station’s work observation program, and creates and distributes human performance‑related communications (e.g., newsletters, presentations). Maintains the station self‑assessment and benchmark program, conducts informal and formal self‑assessments and benchmark activities at the site and fleet‑wide as necessary. Coordinates the self‑evaluation program, including the station’s self‑evaluation meeting presentations. Maintains the station operating experience program and coordinates the review of industry operating experience. Works closely with subject matter experts in preparation of industry operating experience reports, coordinates and hosts INPO webcasts and INPO activities on site as needed. Maintains station and department key performance indicators, collects data, and analyzes and identifies trends.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
0–2 years of relevant experience in a directly related field, with a preferred bachelor’s degree. (In lieu of a preferred related bachelor’s degree, may substitute related associate’s degree with 2+ years of related experience or high school diploma/GED with 4+ years of related experience.)
Some knowledge of nuclear plant systems and operations; knowledge of human performance fundamentals desired.
Ability to gain working knowledge of the corrective action system database.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Good organizational and basic project‑management skills, with a drive to help others work safely, efficiently, and be results‑driven.
Prior experience with conflict resolution and work observation skills desirable, but not required.
Strong analytical and abstract thinking skills.
Questioning attitude and problem‑solving mindset.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare reports, develop technical writing, and process information quickly.
Team player, able to work in a team environment.
Responsive to multiple tasks and changing priorities.
Completion of root‑cause training class required.
2+ years of directly related/relevant technical nuclear experience (preferred bachelor’s degree) or equivalent combinations as noted.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including good technical writing.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent organizational and project‑management skills.
Skilled in conflict resolution and work observation.
Ability to function as a team player and work well in a team environment.
Demonstrates solid analytical and abstract thinking.
Shows problem‑solving skills and processes information efficiently.
Adaptable and responsive to multiple tasks and changing priorities.
Intermediate level skills in performing root‑cause analysis.
Ability to influence others without formal authority.
5+ years of relevant experience in a directly related field (preferred bachelor’s degree) or equivalent combinations as noted.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and considerable skill in technical writing.
Excellent organizational and project‑management skills, conflict resolution, and work observation skills.
Must work well in a team environment.
Excellent analytical and abstract thinking skills and questioning attitude.
Adaptable to change, responsive to multiple tasks and priorities.
Problem‑solver, processes information quickly and efficiently.
Root‑cause analysis ability.
Ability to assist less experienced team members and influence without authority.
Education Requirements Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Bachelor’s degree – preferred disciplines: biology, mathematics, physics. Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Qualifications None specified.
Working Conditions
Operating machinery up to 25%
Travel up to 25%
Test Description No testing required.
Export Control Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
Other Information We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, visit dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
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Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3‑E5, W1‑W2, or O1‑O3, plus an appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist I This role is the entry or developmental level in the Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist series responsible for implementing nuclear power plant performance monitoring processes and procedures designed to ensure safe and efficient operations. Performs routine to moderate work assignments and tasks designed to develop and enhance performance improvement expertise, knowledge and abilities for progression to the next level. Works with more senior level peers to resolve human performance issues and begins to implement the corrective action program. Participates in root‑cause analysis and self‑assessment teams on corrective action cases. This position uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems, receiving instructions and guidance from more senior level roles.
The Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist I is responsible for assisting with the coordination of the station human performance program; identifying, evaluating, and reporting human performance trends and events, and developing and implementing improvement when required, working closely with department human performance coordinators. Provides support to the corrective action program; assists station personnel with the assignment and use of the corrective action process. Ensures that assignments have been adequately addressed and are in accordance with policies and procedures; creates and distributes human performance‑related communications (e.g., newsletters, presentations). Supports the coordination of the station work observation program and helps maintain the station self‑assessment and benchmark program. Assists with informal and formal self‑assessments and benchmark activities at the site and fleet‑wide as needed. With guidance, helps coordinate the self‑evaluation program. Maintains the station’s operating experience program and coordinated review of industry operating experience. May work with subject matter experts to assist in the preparation of industry operating experience reports. May assist more experienced staff with the coordination and hosting of INPO webcasts; maintains station and department key performance indicators, collect data, begin to analyze and identify trends. Perform various administrative duties as required by the department.
Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist II This level is responsible for maintaining the corrective action program and assisting station personnel in its use with guidance as needed. Duties include assigning corrective actions, monitoring progress, and ensuring assignments have adequately addressed conditions adverse to quality. Screens condition reports to determine significance. Performs corrective action trending and initiates corrective actions based on the identified trends. Coordinates the station human performance program; identifying, evaluating, and reporting human performance trends and events, and developing and implementing improvement when required. Collects and analyzes human performance data for metrics, performance indicators, and recommendations for corrective action when adverse trends are identified. Assists in the monitoring and mentoring of the department human performance coordinators. Responsible for the coordination of the station work observation program. Creates and distributes human performance‑related communications (e.g., newsletters, presentations) and maintains the station self‑assessment and benchmark program. Conducts and assists in informal and formal self‑assessments and benchmark activities at the site and fleet‑wide as necessary. Coordinates the self‑evaluation program and is responsible for preparing the station’s self‑evaluation meeting presentations. Maintains the station operating experience program and coordinates the review of industry operating experience. Works closely with subject matter experts in preparation of industry operating experience reports, and coordinates and hosts INPO webcasts and INPO activities on site as needed. Maintains the station and department’s key performance indicators, collects data, and analyzes and identifies trends.
Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist III The senior level of a three‑level series, the Nuclear Performance Improvement Specialist III is responsible for developing and implementing nuclear power plant performance monitoring processes and procedures to ensure safe and efficient operation. Develops and recommends improvements in solving human performance issues and performance improvement processes. Implements corrective action programs and participates in and/or facilitates root‑cause analysis and self‑assessment teams on corrective action cases. Applies in‑depth knowledge of performance monitoring processes, procedures to solve complex problems. May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives. Serves as a resource for colleagues with less experience, to determine significance and level of effort for adverse station conditions, including in‑depth working knowledge of Operating Experience process and interface with 10CFR21. This position works closely with management as the champion of the corrective actions process to ensure adverse conditions and trends are discovered and acted upon in a timely manner.
Responsible for maintaining the corrective action program including screening of condition reports and determining significance. Assigns corrective actions, monitors progress and ensures assignments have adequately addressed adverse conditions. Performs corrective action trending and initiates corrective actions based on the identified trends. Coordinates the station human performance program; identifying, evaluating, and reporting human performance trends and events, and developing and implementing improvement when required. Collects and analyzes human performance data for metrics, performance indicators, and develops recommendations for corrective action when adverse trends are identified. Mentors the department human performance coordinators and monitors trends across departments, coordinates the station’s work observation program, and creates and distributes human performance‑related communications (e.g., newsletters, presentations). Maintains the station self‑assessment and benchmark program, conducts informal and formal self‑assessments and benchmark activities at the site and fleet‑wide as necessary. Coordinates the self‑evaluation program, including the station’s self‑evaluation meeting presentations. Maintains the station operating experience program and coordinates the review of industry operating experience. Works closely with subject matter experts in preparation of industry operating experience reports, coordinates and hosts INPO webcasts and INPO activities on site as needed. Maintains station and department key performance indicators, collects data, and analyzes and identifies trends.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
0–2 years of relevant experience in a directly related field, with a preferred bachelor’s degree. (In lieu of a preferred related bachelor’s degree, may substitute related associate’s degree with 2+ years of related experience or high school diploma/GED with 4+ years of related experience.)
Some knowledge of nuclear plant systems and operations; knowledge of human performance fundamentals desired.
Ability to gain working knowledge of the corrective action system database.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Good organizational and basic project‑management skills, with a drive to help others work safely, efficiently, and be results‑driven.
Prior experience with conflict resolution and work observation skills desirable, but not required.
Strong analytical and abstract thinking skills.
Questioning attitude and problem‑solving mindset.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare reports, develop technical writing, and process information quickly.
Team player, able to work in a team environment.
Responsive to multiple tasks and changing priorities.
Completion of root‑cause training class required.
2+ years of directly related/relevant technical nuclear experience (preferred bachelor’s degree) or equivalent combinations as noted.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including good technical writing.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent organizational and project‑management skills.
Skilled in conflict resolution and work observation.
Ability to function as a team player and work well in a team environment.
Demonstrates solid analytical and abstract thinking.
Shows problem‑solving skills and processes information efficiently.
Adaptable and responsive to multiple tasks and changing priorities.
Intermediate level skills in performing root‑cause analysis.
Ability to influence others without formal authority.
5+ years of relevant experience in a directly related field (preferred bachelor’s degree) or equivalent combinations as noted.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and considerable skill in technical writing.
Excellent organizational and project‑management skills, conflict resolution, and work observation skills.
Must work well in a team environment.
Excellent analytical and abstract thinking skills and questioning attitude.
Adaptable to change, responsive to multiple tasks and priorities.
Problem‑solver, processes information quickly and efficiently.
Root‑cause analysis ability.
Ability to assist less experienced team members and influence without authority.
Education Requirements Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Bachelor’s degree – preferred disciplines: biology, mathematics, physics. Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Qualifications None specified.
Working Conditions
Operating machinery up to 25%
Travel up to 25%
Test Description No testing required.
Export Control Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
Other Information We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, visit dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.
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