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Civil Design Engineer

Ameren Missouri·Steedman, MO·Posted July 2026
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Civil Design Engineer at Callaway Energy Center (Ameren), a nuclear power plant in mid-Missouri. This role provides technical expertise for safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation, supporting regulatory compliance, equipment optimization, plant modifications, and long-term asset management. Requires thorough knowledge of plant configuration, NRC regulations, industry codes/standards, and nuclear industry practices.

Responsibilities

  • Manage assigned technical programs, systems, components, and designs with full ownership and regulatory compliance oversight
  • Perform evaluation, causal analysis, and disposition of equipment deficiencies, failures, and Requests for Resolution
  • Trend and monitor system/equipment health through operational data, visual inspections, and plant walkdowns
  • Interface with Operations, Maintenance, Work Management, and NRC/regulatory agencies for planning cost-effective maintenance and modifications
  • Provide engineering support during outages, emergent issues, and operational events; act as troubleshooting lead
  • Review technical specifications and develop/revise engineering documents, design changes, procedures, and technical specifications
  • Support safety-related equipment testing and maintenance requirement determinations
  • Perform engineering evaluations and technical design reviews; conduct hazard analyses for design changes
  • Prepare or review procedures for operation, testing, and maintenance of plant equipment
  • Act as Responsible Engineer or Project Manager for assigned projects and modifications, overseeing contractor work
  • Assume Emergency Response Organization duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering from ABET-accredited institution
  • Ability to meet plant security screening, access requirements, and fitness-for-duty standards
  • Ability to work safely in industrial environments including radiation areas, heights, and confined spaces
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in regulated environment and follow strict procedures
  • Commitment to industrial safety, nuclear safety culture, and human performance tools

Desired

  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) Registration
  • Previous nuclear utility experience

Location

Callaway Energy Center, mid-Missouri. Standard day shift in office and plant environments; additional hours and rotating shifts required during refueling outages and emergent activities. Must be able to work safely in industrial, radiation, and confined space environments.

Job details

FieldEngineering
Salary$71k–$172k/yr
LocationSteedman, MO
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJul 2026

Skills & Tools

Abet AccreditationRadiation AreasNuclear Safety

About the company

Ameren Missouri

A Missouri utility serving 1.2 million electric customers and operating the Callaway Energy Center, the state's only nuclear power plant.

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