Fuel Rod Engineer
About The Position
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? 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 Fuel Rod Design Senior Engineer, you will perform standard and non-standard Fuel Performance analysis work. This work will be for US and international customers. You will understand approved methodologies, procedures, and internal processes. Additionally, you will maintain focus on nuclear safety to produce error-free work. You will report to the Manager, Fuel Rod Design, and work a hybrid schedule based in Cranberry, PA.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Nuclear) or related Discipline (e.g., Materials) preferred or recognized equivalent required
- Minimum 4+ years of engineering experience
- Comfortable leading meetings and developing and delivering presentations
- Computer programing skills
Nice To Haves
- Fuel Performance related experience helpful
Responsibilities
- Participate in introductory training focused on standard analyses and obtain qualifications in the Fuel Performance Functional Area
- Analyses will support safe plant operation by confirming that fuel rods produce and transfer heat to the reactor coolant system. This confirmation will also prevent the release of fission byproducts. Additionally, analyses will provide initial (pre-transient) fuel rod conditions as input to downstream safety analyses.
- Resolve and provide technical leadership for complex, emergent and industry issues, redesigns, model development and interface with our customers and other departments within Westinghouse to support safe plant operation
- Support 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 Fuel Performance related topics
- Support general code, procedure and method development updates
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
