Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design - Principal Engineer

About the role

As a Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design – Principal Engineer, you will address heat removal from the reactor fuel and coolant flow in the reactor core under normal operation and accident conditions.

You will report to the Manager - FR and Thermal Hydraulic Design. This is a hybrid role located in Cranberry, PA. Relocation is available within the US.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform standard and non-standard Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic analysis work for US and international customers, following and understanding approved methodologies, procedures and internal processes on nuclear safety and quality to produce error-free work.
• Analyses will support safe plant operation by determining design bases and limits that meet safety and regulatory criteria for plant, reactor core and fuel design; measure thermal margins; and evaluate risks to plant safety and fuel performance.
• Resolve and provide technical leadership for complex, emergent and industry issues, redesigns, model development and interface with our customers and other teams within Westinghouse to support safe plant operation.
• Resolve and provide technical leadership for special projects such as major programs, advanced plant designs, plant chemistry programs, development of new fuel products, including new cladding and fuel materials.
• Provide expertise and consultation to technical panels, reviews, committees, regulators, customers, and partners on multiple Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic related topics.
• Oversee the development, and analysis of complex technical products and processes.
• Lead engineering design and analyses and propose solutions to complex problems that are not well defined.
• Cookordination and integration of complex technical projects that encompass diverse teams; achieve established budget and schedule requirements, manage project risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide technical leadership for general code, procedure, and method development updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear, Mechanical or related Discipline.
• 7+ years of engineering experience.
• Reactor core Thermal Hydraulic related experience with familiarity in subchannel codes.
• Experience working with customers and regulatory personnel.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer simulation, programming skills and Linux experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Certification.

Pay

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $ 129,000 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.
• Education 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.

Why Westinghouse?

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $ 129,000 per year.

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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