Digital Monitoring & Protection Systems Engineer

At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role

As a Digital Monitoring & Protection Systems Engineer you will join the Thermal Hydraulic Design team. You will address safe plant operation by providing two systems: Core Operating Limit Supervisory System (COLSS) and Core Protection Calculator System (CPCS). These systems will provide uncertainty addressable constants, fuel management related constants, and Reload Data Block (RDB) constants. Additionally, you will provide requirements on the calibration, measurement procedures, and startup support to the utility. You will report to the Manager - Thermal - Hydraulic Design and work a hybrid role based in Cranberry, PA. Relocation is available within the US.

Responsibilities

• Participate in introductory training focused on standard analyses and obtain qualifications in Digital Monitoring and Protection Systems
• Perform standard COLSS and CPCS analysis work for US and international customers. This work follows and understands approved methodologies, regulatory guidelines, procedures, and internal processes
• Develop skills necessary to assume more independent assignments and verify standard evaluations and analyses performed by others
• Provide plant startup support, support emergent issues and interface with our customers and other departments within Westinghouse to support safe plant operation and to improve plant performance and reliability
• Provide technical support to operations, maintenance, engineering, and other fleet organizations
• Plan and schedule own work to meet assignment requirements within schedule and budget requirements and maintain quality of the work
• Participate on project teams and communicate to responsible project managers and technical lead the nature and status of work projects
• Identify and recommend improvements in process and tools on a continuing basis and support implementation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Nuclear, or Mechanical) or related Discipline preferred or recognized equivalent required
• 0+ years of engineering experience
• Apply fundamental engineering principles
• Statistical related experience
• Computer simulation, programming skills and Linux experience
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification completed or in process

Pay

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $58,400 to $73,000 per year.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program