Nuclear Fuel-Handling Field Service Technologist

Westinghouse • West Shoreview, MN

36d • Remote

About The Position

Shape the future of clean energy—one outage at a time Join a team that keeps nuclear facilities operating safely and efficiently. As a remote Nuclear Fuel-Handling Field Service Technologist, you’ll be part of Westinghouse’s FHE Outage and Maintenance Services, supporting both nuclear fuel handling systems and outage-critical cranes. You’ll report to the FHE Outage and Maintenance Supervisor and work primarily at operating nuclear power plants and local service centers across the U.S. and abroad. Expect significant travel by air and road (approximately 60%–80%) and work around hazardous materials. A day in the life Arrive on-site, align with plant procedures, and review detailed operational and maintenance documentation and drawings. Install, set up, maintain, inspect, calibrate, and troubleshoot fuel-handling equipment and outage-critical crane systems with precision and care. Partner with engineering and training teams: perform equipment modifications, set up and test systems, prepare mock-ups, conduct process testing, and support equipment and process qualifications. Meticulously document equipment performance during field implementation and verify corrective actions before the next scheduled use. Operate within qualified procedures, uphold strict quality standards, and log any quality-related issues—always with a Safety First mindset and excellent housekeeping. Maintain Unescorted Access at nuclear sites and collaborate across peers, supervisors, contractors, customers, and other departments with strong customer service and problem-solving focus. Report daily progress, changes, and issues to the service supervisor. Travel frequently and adapt to changing site conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent) plus a 2-year post-secondary degree/certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic, PLC, or mechanical components.
• 0–2 years of related experience demonstrating mechanical, electrical, and PLC aptitude; nuclear industry exposure is a plus.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs and to reach, climb, kneel, squat, grasp, bend, sit, and stand for at least 4 hours per day.
• Ability to pass a Westinghouse physical, including spirometry for respirator use.

Nice To Haves

• nuclear industry exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on-site, align with plant procedures, and review detailed operational and maintenance documentation and drawings.
• Install, set up, maintain, inspect, calibrate, and troubleshoot fuel-handling equipment and outage-critical crane systems with precision and care.
• Partner with engineering and training teams: perform equipment modifications, set up and test systems, prepare mock-ups, conduct process testing, and support equipment and process qualifications.
• Meticulously document equipment performance during field implementation and verify corrective actions before the next scheduled use.
• Operate within qualified procedures, uphold strict quality standards, and log any quality-related issues—always with a Safety First mindset and excellent housekeeping.
• Maintain Unescorted Access at nuclear sites and collaborate across peers, supervisors, contractors, customers, and other departments with strong customer service and problem-solving focus.
• Report daily progress, changes, and issues to the service supervisor.
• Travel frequently and adapt to changing site conditions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits (medical, dental, vision, prescription) and HSA options with employer contributions.
• Wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program support for you and your household.
• 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and company holidays.
• Opportunities for flexible work arrangements.
• Educational reimbursement and comprehensive career development programs.
• Global recognition and service awards, plus an employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree