Lead Engineer - Materials Engineering

GE Vernova • Wilmington, NC

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Materials Engineer will work within the Plant Services Engineering (PSE) Materials team to support all business across Nuclear Engineering. The role involves technical support developing new material technology, new plant design efforts, materials selection, manufacturing, characterizing material behavior, and performing design analyses for both plant and fuel applications. This role requires a high degree of work management rigor, technical problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration with other teams within both GEH and GNF businesses and functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Material Science, Nuclear, Mechanical, or similar
• At least 4 years of experience in an engineering capacity
• Eligibility Requirements: The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC, but qualified remote candidates will be considered
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). Proof of status required prior to employment

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or experience with ASTM and ASME Section 3, Section 7, and Section 11
• Experience in specific technology areas: BWR plant and fuel material processing, testing, and in-service performance behavior.
• Experience with BWR and PWR technology (i.e. reactor structural materials, stainless steel, nickel alloys, and zirconium alloys)
• Knowledge of reactor material licensing requirements
• Demonstrated high energy and the ability to energize others
• Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude
• Legacy of delivering on commitments; tenacious, with a proven track record of overcoming obstacles; ability to achieve stretch targets
• Strong external focus; clear and demonstrated understanding of nuclear industry and/or energy industry
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and cope under pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support towards the development and execution of BWR plant and fuel related materials deliverables within both GVH and GNF businesses
• Provide technical leadership in the development and execution of BWR material property behavior test programs
• Perform technical evaluations, analyses and verifications in the areas of BWR nuclear plant and fuel material applications
• Perform work in compliance with NRC regulated policies and procedures
• Interface with internal and external customers on technical issues
• Support Company initiatives
• Meet customer commitments and drive continuous improvement

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• 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
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• permissive time off
• Relocation Assistance Provided

What This Job Offers

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