ERIN Engineering and Research, Inc., an SKF Group Company, is an innovative technology and services company providing engineering consulting and application software dedicated to improving the reliability and performance of our clients' enterprises.  ERIN provides competitive compensation including salary, benefits, Company matching 401(k); defined contribution plan, a relaxed, flexible work environment; and opportunities for growth.  Pre-employment physical/drug testing and background check is required.  ERIN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ERIN Engineering is currently looking for a Risk Analyst (Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Engineering Science) to participate in a variety of safety and risk analysis projects in support of operating nuclear power plants.  Tasks would include the development of reliability and risk models, data analysis, and risk quantification using computer programs, and writing reports.

Qualifications:
At a minimum, candidates should have a 4 year (BS) degree in Engineering with experience in nuclear power plant safety systems design and analysis, and/or reliability and risk analysis.  Advanced technical degrees and/or experience with risk assessments, thermal-hydraulic analysis, or instrumentation and controls are desirable.  Candidates must have strong analytical and communication skills, and, most importantly, a willingness to develop expertise in this expanding, multi-disciplinary, high-tech field.  

In addition, proficiency in Microsoft Office, including spreadsheet (e.g., Excel) preparation and analysis, and word processing (e.g., Microsoft Word) is required.  Knowledge of database applications (e.g., Access), risk assessment software (e.g. CAFTA, SAPHIRE), and fundamentals of probability and statistics are desirable.

Fire PRA Engineer - Houston, TX and Walnut Creek, CA
Job Reference Code: ES2008-02 (TX) or ES2008-03 (CA)

Engineers needed to participate in a variety of design, analysis, and assessment projects for operating power plants.  The successful candidate’s initial assignment could involve a variety of diverse engineering related tasks in support of probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) for nuclear power plants.  The focus of these risk assessments is to evaluate the behavior and response of plants to a variety of challenges with specific emphasis on fire threats.  Anticipated activities include developing, editing/revising, manipulating, and quantifying PRA analytical models such as   fault trees and event trees, as well as preparing and editing supporting documentation.  Additional duties may include performance of plant inspections to identify potential fire ignition sources, assessment of potential fire damage on equipment and cables in the vicinity of the ignition sources, and analysis.  Team members interface directly with nuclear plant personnel, as well as reactor vendors, regulatory agencies and industry groups often onsite at the plant or vendors locations.

Qualifications:
A 4 year (BS) degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering with a minimum of 3-7 years experience in nuclear power plant systems analysis experience.  Candidates must have strong analytical background and a willingness to develop expertise in this expanding, multi-disciplinary, high-tech field.  Excellent communication skills and report writing capabilities required.  Proficiency in word processing (e.g., Microsoft Word) and spreadsheet (e.g., Excel) programs is required.  Knowledge of database applications (e.g., Access), fault tree analysis software (e.g., CAFTA, NUPRA, RISKMAN), and drawing software (e.g., AutoCAD, Visio) is desirable.  Ability to read and understand electrical plant design documentation including single line diagrams, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) schematic/elementary diagrams, and architectural/general arrangement drawings is highly desirable.  Experience with thermal-hydraulic analysis, instrumentation and controls, or risk assessments are desirable.  Advanced technical degrees, professional engineering registration (or Engineer In Training working towards registration) is a plus.  Ability to travel is required. 

Ability to travel is required.  Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing and background check is required. . 

Risk Management Engineer - Chicago, IL and West Chester, PA
Job Reference Code:  SR2008-08

ERIN Engineering and Research, Inc. (ERIN) is seeking engineers to support risk management activities at nuclear power plants.  The onsite risk management engineer functions as part of an overall corporate risk management team, interfacing with plant staff on all risk management applications.  Specific work tasks include supporting Maintenance Rule implementation, advising work planners on scheduling of maintenance activities to minimize risk, and responding to emergent plant risk management activities and risk issues. Applicants should have a strong familiarity with nuclear plant systems and operations. Experience with probabilistic risk assessment is desirable, as is experience with plant risk management activities.

Qualifications:
B.S. or equivalent in Engineering and 3 years or greater experience at a BWR or PWR commercial nuclear power plant.

Entry-Level Safety / Risk Engineer – Campbell, CA
Job Reference Code:  SR2008-06

ERIN Engineering is seeking entry-level engineers to provide engineering consulting services to the nuclear power plant industry.  Individuals will learn to perform probabilistic risk assessments (PRA) and engineering analyses, and develop technical documentation to support the safe operation of nuclear power plants.  As a consultant, a solid grasp of engineering fundamentals, ability to learn quickly, analytical mindset, attention to detail, and excellent oral and written presentation skills are key. 

Qualifications:
B.S. degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Electrical Power Engineering.  Prior experience with nuclear technology (e.g., U.S. Navy Nuclear Program) is a plus.

Mid-Level Safety / Risk Engineer – Campbell, CA
Job Reference Code:  SR2008-07

ERIN Engineering is seeking mid-level engineers to provide engineering consulting services to the boiling water reactor (BWR) plants.  Individuals who have previous probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) experience are desired to perform engineering analyses, develop technical documentation, and interact with client utilities.  Occasional travel to power plant sites or related facilities is required. 

Qualifications:
B.S. degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Electrical Power Engineering.  Prefer 3 – 5 years experience in BWR nuclear power systems analysis and PRA, as well as 3+ years experience with PRA fault tree and event tree software (e.g., CAFTA, NUPRA, RISKMAN – preferably CAFTA).