Principal Fuel Rod Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC • Cranberry Township, PA

29d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Principal Fuel Rod Design Engineer, you will perform standard and non-standard Fuel Performance analysis work. This work will be for US and international customers. You will understand approved methodologies, procedures, and internal processes. Additionally, you will maintain focus on nuclear safety to produce error-free work.

You will report to the Manager -Fuel Rod Design and work a hybrid schedule based in Cranberry, PA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Nuclear) or a related Discipline (e.g., Materials). Master's Degree helpful.
• 7+ years of engineering experience in fuel rod performance
• Fuel Performance related experience with familiarity in Fuel Performance codes
• Experience working with customers and regulatory personnel

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree helpful.

Responsibilities

• Resolve and provide technical leadership for complex, emergent and industry issues, redesigns, model development and interface with our customers and other departments within Westinghouse to support safe plant operation
• Resolve and provide technical leadership for special projects such as major programs, advanced plant designs, plant chemistry programs, development of new fuel products, including new cladding and fuel materials.
• Provide expertise and consultation to technical panels, reviews, committees, regulators, customers, and partners on several Fuel Performance related topics
• Lead engineering design and analyses and propose solutions to complex problems that are not well defined

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: Mid Level