Resource Needs in the Nuclear Industry

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1 Westinghouse Perspectives on Human Resource Needs in the Nuclear Industry August 2012 Carlos Leipner Director, South America Westinghouse Electric Company LLC 1

2 Current Global Status of the Commercial Nuclear Power Industry New Nuclear Construction ti China Russia South Korea India USA Taiwan Japan Brazil Other 9 Source: Today: 434 reactors in operation in 31 countries with an installed capacity of 372 Gwe (14% share). 13 reactors shutdown permanently in 2011, mainly due to the Fukushima event: Germany (8), Japan (6), UK (1) 7 new reactors entered in operation during 2011 (4000 Mwe) China, India, Iran and Russia Power Uprates in 2011 resulted in 440 MWe additional capacity Currently, there are 68 new reactors under construction around the world Japan: Source: 2 WNA reactors database returned power as of July 1 st

3 AP1000 Projects Generate Jobs AP1000 Employment tgeneration Local Economic Impacts are Considerable Construction: At peak construction employment, SNC estimates 3,000 3,500 jobs will be created per AP1000 construction site SNC estimates 1,750 workers are currently involved in preconstruction work at the Vogtle site in Georgia com/news/business/local business/ /plant vogtle business/ /plant expansion will create jobs SCE&G estimates approximately 1,000 employees are engaged in similar activities at the V.C. Summer site in South Carolina relations/news releases/nrc final approvalof westinghouse ap1000 design.htm Permanent Jobs: Highly desirable, quality employment opportunities Team of permanent employees needed for AP1000 operation (60 plus years) Induced djobs: ~16,000 additional jobs per year could be created and sustained during peak construction Injects millions of dollars into the local economy 3

4 Key Challenge: Tl Talent Perfect Storm Rapid Industry Growth Service business growing New plant build worldwide U.S. Electric Power Industry Employs over 400,000 people Need up to 200,000 new workers by the end of the decade Aging Nuclear Industry Workforce Source: NEI Work Force Report Median age 48 58% of engineers over 48 35% of workforce could retire within 5 years Engineering & Craft recruiting sources flat Critical Skills Gaps Productivity and assimilation ramp Source: NEI Work Force Report, December

5 What Skill Sets Will the Nuclear Industry Need to Meet these Challenges? Basic Skill Sets Engineering Expertise Mechanical Nuclear Civil Electrical Materials Chemical Computer System Project Management Operations Maintenance Radiation Technicians Craft Labor Other nuclear plant standard skill sets Plus Nuclear Renaissance Skill Sets International Experience Language skills In country knowledge Manufacturing Heavy Metal Global Experience/Expertise (work p p ( across country borders) - Supply Chain - Project management - Major project integration ti - Regulatory - Legal (IP, contracts) Engineering Expertise for Advanced Reactor Designs Computer Modeling skills to simulate designs and expensive testing Virtual Design skills 5

6 Research & Development Priorities R&D programs are focused on securing and expanding the role of nuclear in the world s energy production Look to the future Energy needs & trends Operating plant issues Nuclear regulation & policies Government programs & funding opportunities Extend the total life, safety, reliability, and efficiency of the GLOBAL OPERATING FLEET Broaden nuclear BEYOND electricity generation Advance the NEXT GENERATION of nuclear power Strengthen nuclear as the ENVIRONMENTAL CHOICE for energy opportunities generation for energy 6

7 Westinghouse Small Modular Reactor Plant Design Steam Generator Reactor Core 7

8 Principles for a Strong Safety Culture 1. Everyone is personally responsible for nuclear safety. 2. Leaders demonstrate commitment to safety. 3. Trust permeates the organization. 4. Decision-making reflects safety first. 5. Nuclear technology is recognized as special and unique. 6. A questioning attitude is cultivated. 7. Organizational learning is embraced. 8. Nuclear safety undergoes constant examination. It is fundamental to focus on Operational Excellence 8

9 How can you prepare for the future? Build a strong academic record Learn the basic science and fundamentals of engineering g Explore across technical disciplines Get involved in projects Develop leadership and experience Practice teamwork Get involved in professional organizations Build a network Learn about industry trends, challenges and opportunities Get involved in community service and activities Make a difference... Even in social networks Maintain a balanced personal and professional life Focus on Excellence! Have fun! 9

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