International Site Engineering Director

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC • Cranberry Township, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an International Site Engineering Director you will be responsible for overseeing engineering execution, design integrity, and field engineering performance across Westinghouse-supported nuclear sites for anticipated AP1000 projects to be deployed in Europe. This role ensures that all site engineering activities meet the highest standards of nuclear safety, regulatory compliance, technical excellence, and customer satisfaction. The Director provides strategic direction, leads a global engineering workforce, and partners closely with site leadership, customers, regulators, and Westinghouse business units to deliver safe, high-quality, and on-time engineering outcomes. The position will be initially situated at our Global Headquarters in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, with an anticipated transition to a European location. The position is hybrid; you will be on site and remote.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical, or related).
• 15+ years of nuclear industry experience, including engineering leadership roles at operating plants, EPC projects, or OEM organizations.
• Demonstrated expertise in nuclear plant operations, engineering processes, regulatory frameworks, and design/licensing bases.
• Experience managing international or multi-site engineering teams.
• Ability to travel globally.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent international credential.
• Experience working with Westinghouse technologies, including AP1000® or other advanced nuclear systems.
• Direct experience collaborating with international regulators and government agencies.
• Multilingual capability and familiarity with cross-cultural engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide global leadership for all site-based engineering functions across future European-based AP1000 projects.
• Establish and maintain technical governance, engineering standards, and configuration control across European based projects and operating plant support activities.
• Serve as the senior engineering authority for site technical issues, ensuring resolution aligned with nuclear safety, design basis requirements, and licensing obligations.
• Support development of long-term engineering strategies that support fleet modernization and digital initiatives for our international AP1000, plant life extension, and new nuclear technology deployment (e.g., AP1000®, eVinci™, AP300 solutions).
• Direct engineering execution at multiple international sites to ensure delivery of modifications, upgrades, outage engineering, and problem resolution.
• Drive performance improvements through standardized processes, engineering discipline, and operational rigor.
• Oversee engineering support during design, licensing, procurement, construction, commissioning and design authority turnover.
• Ensure configuration management, field change control, and documentation accuracy align with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Interface with global customers, government agencies, and nuclear regulators regarding technical matters and engineering commitments.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships to understand operational needs and deliver tailored engineering solutions.
• Participate in regulatory interactions, inspections, and technical reviews to demonstrate compliance and resolve issues.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a global engineering staff, including site engineering managers, field engineers, and technical specialists.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee resource planning, talent development, succession planning, and workforce readiness to support global site operations.
• Manage engineering budgets, forecasts, and resource plans to ensure effective use of personnel, materials, and contractor support.
• Drive cost-effective engineering execution without compromising safety or quality.
• Support business development, proposal preparation, and strategic growth opportunities in international markets.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees