Engineer II - Mechanical - Cranberry, PA
About The Position
The Engineer II - Mechanical performs design and analysis for the repair, modification, and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse-designed nuclear power plants, including the current operating fleet and AP1000 reactors. The position is based in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, follows a hybrid work schedule, and reports to the Manager, RVI Load Development & Analysis, Reactor Component Engineering. Relocation assistance is not provided. The engineer uses finite element simulations such as Ansys, closed-form engineering calculations, and Westinghouse internal analysis codes to qualify component designs. The role involves integrating subsystems, resolving design issues, coordinating project schedules, identifying and resolving technical risks, applying relevant industry and regulatory codes and standards, and providing technical guidance to internal and external collaborators. The role also supports plant refueling outages, both onsite and remotely. This may involve stretches of 12-hour shifts and overnight work due to time-sensitive needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- At least 3 years of experience in component structural analysis or thermohydraulics.
Nice To Haves
- Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or Aerospace Engineering degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform design and analyses for the repair, modification, and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse-designed nuclear power plants, including the current operating fleet and AP1000 reactors.
- Use finite element simulations, closed-form engineering calculations, and Westinghouse internal analysis codes to qualify component designs.
- Coordinate with component, system, and manufacturing leads to integrate subsystems and resolve emergent design issues.
- Work with project managers and subsystem or component leads to develop project schedules.
- Identify and define technical risks and challenges, and direct efforts toward successful resolution.
- Resolve problems that may be loosely or partially defined using engineering judgment and discipline-specific experience.
- Apply relevant industry, regulatory, NRC, DOE, and ASME codes, standards, and criteria in nuclear reactor design activities.
- Provide technical guidance and direction, and collaborate with personnel and partners including national laboratories, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, and customers.
- Support plant refueling outages onsite and remotely, including stretches of 12-hour shift work and overnight work.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health, wellness, and income protection benefits
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid vacations and holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- Educational reimbursement program
- Employee referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
