Principal Engineer: RVI Load Development

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC • Cranberry Township, PA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Principal Engineer you will be a primary lead for thermal hydraulic and structural dynamic evaluations of reactor vessel internals and working components. These analyses will support power uprates and repair, modification, and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse designed nuclear power plants.

You will report to the Manager, Reactor Vessel Internals Load Development and Analysis located in Cranberry, PA and can work in a hybrid capacity.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics or Aerospace Engineering. We will consider alternate degrees such as nuclear engineering, structural engineering, or materials science with component design experience.
• Registered Mechanical PE
• Minimum 8 years of applicable experience required
• Experience with ASME Section III and Section XI criteria
• Experience with FEA and ANSYS

Responsibilities

• Perform design analyses for the repair, modification and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse designed nuclear power plants including current operating fleet, AP1000 and AP300.
• Use analysis tools, such as finite element simulations (ex. Ansys) and internal Westinghouse thermal hydraulic codes and hand calculations to develop loads and qualify component design.
• Lead a technical team to project completion while meeting safety, quality, schedule and budget
• Work with other component, system, and manufacturing on the integration of the subsystems and work through emergent design issues.
• Work with project managers and subsystem/component leads to develop project schedules.

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: Principal
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees