Lead Human Factors Engineer

GE Vernova•Wilmington, NC

2d•$98,400 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) is a provider of nuclear fuel, services, and advanced reactor technologies, including the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor. The Lead Human Factors Engineer (HFE) applies human-centered design principles to optimize operator performance, prevent human error, and support the safe, reliable operation, maintenance, and testing of existing nuclear fleets and next-generation advanced reactors. For U.S. candidates, the work location is GVH Headquarters in Wilmington, North Carolina. For Canadian candidates, the position reports onsite to the Markham office three days per week. The role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information; applicable offers are contingent on authorization to access that information. Canadian candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada, and employment offers are conditioned on successful completion of a background investigation. The position is an existing vacancy. The annual base pay range is CAD $110,500–$160,500 for Canada, with eligibility for a 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. The U.S. pay range is $98,400–$164,000, with geographic differentials in certain areas and eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus. Relocation assistance is provided. GE Vernova describes its work environment as offering professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

Requirements

For Canadian candidates, legal authorization to work in Canada is required.
The position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information; authorization from the U.S. Government may be required, subject to applicable eligibility rules.
Canadian employment offers are conditioned on successful completion of a background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or PhD degree in Human Factors, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
Registered Professional Engineer in the United States or Canada.
Nuclear industry experience, including nuclear plant emergency procedures, operator training guidelines, and regulatory site implementation and reviews.
Experience in nuclear operations as a licensed or certified reactor operator.
Indigenous identity; strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

Responsibilities

Apply human-centered design principles to optimize operator performance.
Help prevent human error.
Support the safe and reliable operation, maintenance, and testing of existing nuclear fleets and next-generation advanced reactors.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to GE Vernova Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions.
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.
Professional development.
10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity for the Canadian position.
Discretionary annual bonus for the U.S. position.