Engineer - Nuclear Fuel
About The Position
Our mission: At GE Vernova, we are united by a single, urgent, and optimistic mission: electrify to thrive and decarbonize. The world needs us to accelerate the transition to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. Together, we have the energy to change the world. The Engineer - Nuclear Fuel position offers opportunities to learn the fundamental bases of nuclear power plant operations and safety analysis by applying state-of-the-art nuclear and thermal hydraulics methods to satisfy licensing requirements and address real day-to-day plant issues. Additionally, this position has direct utility customer-facing opportunities through deliverables, collaboration, and training. The Engineer - Nuclear Fuel will be part of the team responsible for BWR Nuclear Fuel reload licensing and cycle management in Global Nuclear Fuels (GNF). In this role you will provide innovative licensing and design solutions that ensure high quality deliverables in accordance with customer requirements, business procedures and regulatory agency guidelines.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in engineering, physics, or other science field from an accredited college or university
- This job will be located at our headquarters in Wilmington, NC. (Relocation assistance provided)
- This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Nuclear Engineering preferred
- Excellent oral & written communication skills
- Spanish language skills a plus
- Ability to write automation, scripts, and code
- Quick to master new skills and technical concepts
- Seeks simple solutions to complex problems
- Displays persistence and tenacity and is not deterred by obstacles
Responsibilities
- Quickly learn and apply analytical methods, procedures, and techniques to solve problems
- Execute analysis and design calculations to support operating reactor cores in reload licensing and cycle management
- Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers
- Document and communicate results of technical data generated
- Implement continual improvement of work processes
- Share information and promote open dialogue, including working effectively in a matrixed team environment
- Partner with Commercial Account Managers (CAMs), interface with customer technical personnel, and manage reload projects across the fuel's organization
Benefits
- GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
- Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
- Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
- Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
