Chemistry System Design Engineer

GE Vernova • San Jose, CA

1d • $104,000 - $155,900 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Chemical Systems Design Engineer at GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH), you will design, test, and support chemical injection systems that protect Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) plant infrastructure, including the BWRX300 Small Modular Reactor project. The work spans laboratory science and plant operations, from concept validation through in-plant implementation. The role suits an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem-solving, precise documentation, and developing expertise in nuclear chemistry within a collaborative technical team.

The position is based at the GVH facility in San Jose, California. It requires willingness and ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally, eligibility for unescorted access to nuclear power plants, and—where applicable—authorization to access U.S. export-controlled information.

GE Vernova describes a professional and challenging work environment, professional development, competitive compensation, and discretionary annual bonus eligibility. Relocation assistance is provided. The stated U.S. pay range is $104,000 to $155,900, with geographic salary differentials in certain areas. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource; Employee Assistance Program; a 401(k) savings plan with company matching and retirement contributions; tuition and adoption assistance; paid parental leave; disability benefits; life insurance; 12 paid holidays; and permissive time off.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
• At least 2 years of engineering experience.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.
• Ability to obtain unescorted access to nuclear power plants.
• Where applicable, ability to obtain U.S. Government authorization to access U.S. export-controlled information.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Prior engineering experience in a technical, laboratory, or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of control systems, including PLCs and LabVIEW.
• Hands-on experience designing, constructing, or maintaining custom mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with BWR plant systems and/or nuclear chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Design chemical injection systems by developing and interpreting engineering design documents and drawings, and contribute to new plant design activities for chemistry-related systems and issues, including PLCs and other systems.
• Provide technical support with engineers and chemists to develop, deliver, and troubleshoot BWR chemistry products from laboratory testing through in-plant demonstration and implementation.
• Operate and oversee high-temperature, high-pressure laboratory testing loops and other mechanical test systems, ensuring test plans are carried out safely and accurately.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external customers, industry technical group members, and vendors to resolve technical issues and advance BWR chemistry knowledge.
• Support scoping and execution of new initiatives, including laboratory testing, in-plant demonstrations, and field delivery.
• Document test plans, evaluation results, and mechanical design requirements clearly and completely to nuclear-industry standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions.
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Permissive time off.
• Relocation assistance.
• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
• Professional development and competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level