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Reactor Engineer - Vogtle 1&2

Waynesboro, GA · On-site

$77K - $93K/yr

This position will be located at Southern Nuclear's Plant Vogtle 1&2 in Waynesboro, GA. Job Summary: This position is assigned to the Site Engineering Department and reports to the Vogtle Reactor ...

Reactor Engineer - Vogtle 1&2

Waynesboro, GA · On-site

$77K - $93K/yr

This position will be located at Southern Nuclear's Plant Vogtle 1&2 in Waynesboro, GA. Job Summary: This position is assigned to the Site Engineering Department and reports to the Vogtle Reactor ...

NDE Lead or Specialist - Vogtle This posting is for one NDE position to be filled at Plant Vogtle- Waynesboro, GA Job Summary Southern Nuclear has immediate openings for Nuclear Specialists in our ...

Reactor Engineer - Vogtle 1&2

Waynesboro, GA · On-site

$77K - $93K/yr

This position will be located at Southern Nuclear's Plant Vogtle 1&2 in Waynesboro, GA. Job Summary: This position is assigned to the Site Engineering Department and reports to the Vogtle Reactor ...

Come Join BHI and help us make history on the new construction of Vogtle 3 & 4! The first AP-1000 commercial nuclear power plant build in the US! Position Overview The electrical superintendent ...

Controls Engineer

Waynesboro, GA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Plant Vogtle, Waynesboro, GA Contract- 3 Years Client- Southern Nuclear. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Controls Engineer to lead and execute control system ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant vogtle in the United States is $22.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To succeed at Plant Vogtle, professionals typically need strong technical knowledge in nuclear power plant operations, engineering principles, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a relevant degree and specialized certifications such as a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) license. Familiarity with plant-specific systems like distributed control systems (DCS), radiation monitoring equipment, and maintenance management software is commonly required. Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills are valuable for collaborating across safety, engineering, and operations teams in a high-stakes environment. These competencies are vital to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of a major nuclear power facility.

What does a typical workday look like for someone working at Plant Vogtle?

A typical workday at Plant Vogtle varies depending on the specific role, but commonly involves maintaining high safety standards, monitoring equipment, conducting inspections, and responding to operational needs. Most employees work within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating closely with engineers, technicians, and regulatory staff to ensure compliance and address any issues promptly. Shifts are often structured to provide continuous coverage, which may include nights, weekends, or holidays due to the plant's 24/7 operation. Team meetings and ongoing training are integral parts of the routine, supporting professional growth and up-to-date knowledge of evolving industry standards.

What is a Plant Vogtle job?

A Plant Vogtle job refers to employment at the Vogtle Electric Generating Plant, a nuclear power facility in Georgia. Jobs at Plant Vogtle can include roles in engineering, operations, maintenance, security, and project management. Employees work to support the safe and efficient operation of the plant, including the ongoing expansion of new reactor units. These positions often require specialized training and certifications due to the technical and regulatory nature of the work.

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Electrical Engineer- Plant Vogtle

Electrical Engineer- Plant Vogtle

Southern Company

Waynesboro, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago


Southern Company rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Electrical / I&C Design Engineer - Central Design Organization - Plant Vogtle
Summary of Job Duties:

We are looking for electrical or instrumentation and controls (I&C) design engineers at Plant Vogtle 1&2 Nuclear Power Plant. 

Design engineer duties include preparation and coordination of design development, calculation development and update, drawing changes, and preparing project cost estimates and schedules for plant modifications and retrofits. 

This position requires field walk downs in industrial environments for as-built verification and design constructability. 

Additional duties include providing design oversight for products developed by external Architect / Engineering firms, interfacing with project managers, implementation engineers, and other plant department personnel to ensure all design requirements are met. 

Design Engineers may have opportunities to manage special projects and perform key refueling outage roles, including design implementation oversight, problem solving and issue resolution, and conducting post modification testing.  

Engineering assignments typically include on-call duty engineer and emergency plan response requirements.  Emergency Plan functions require a 90-minute report time to the plant site following notification.

 Job Requirements:

Educational Requirements:

- BS in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or a PE license 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- 3 years of relevant engineering experience preferred.

- Nuclear power plant experience is preferred

- A background in engineering with working knowledge of applicable discipline codes and standards required

- Working knowledge of regulatory requirements related to the nuclear power industry preferred.

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Proven organizational skills with ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.

- Capable of working efficiently and effectively across organizations.

- Proficient in the use of Microsoft office products, specifically WORD, EXCEL and POWERPOINT.

Behavioral Attributes:

- Accepts ownership of assignments.

- Holds self and others accountable for results.

- Develops strategy for optimum use of resources.

- Manages financial performance to control costs.

- Works through conflicts to create win/win situations.

- Values diversity and respects the dignity of every individual.

- Assumes personal responsibility for individual and company successes.

Employees of Southern Company and Southern Nuclear exemplify Southern Company Values, which are actions and behaviors that are modeled in their everyday work-life. Candidates for employment are also expected to exhibit these attributes. What we seek are individuals who exhibit:

  • Safety First - We actively care about the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and communities.  Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first
  • Intentional Inclusion - We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued.  Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities, and shareholders.
  • Act with integrity -  We act with honesty, respect, and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do.  We are true to our word and follow through on our commitments.
  • Superior Performance - We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement.  We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors, and the environment.

Please note: This position will require the successful completion of the SNC Initial, Continuing, and position specific Engineering Training as a condition of continued employment. The training is a rigorous period that may require studying after work hours.

Southern Nuclear, a subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), is a leader among the nation's nuclear energy facility operators and an innovator in advanced nuclear technologies. Southern Nuclear is an essential part of Southern Company's energy portfolio, operating over 8,200 MW across eight nuclear energy units in Alabama and Georgia at the Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant near Dothan, Ala., the Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant near Baxley, Ga., and the Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant near Waynesboro, Ga.

The company recently achieved commercial operation on Vogtle Units 3&4, representing an historic achievement for the nuclear industry and the country. Vogtle Units 3&4 are the first new nuclear units to reach commercial operation and be built in the United States in the last three decades. Southern Nuclear is a recognized leader in the industry in nuclear and fuel innovation, having been the first to deploy Accident Tolerant Fuels and winning over 10 consecutive Top Innovative Practice (TIP) Awards and eight EPRI awards.

For more than 40 years, Southern Nuclear has operated nuclear energy facilities at the highest levels of safety and reliability, generating carbon-free electricity for millions of homes and businesses. The company's headquarters is in Birmingham, Ala.

Twitter: @SouthernNuclear; Facebook: facebook.com/southernnuclear; www.southernnuclear.com

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. 

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benets will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.


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