Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Sr. Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC • Cranberry Township, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Core Senior Engineer you will address heat removal from the reactor fuel and coolant flow in the reactor core under normal operation and accident conditions. You will report to the Manager - Thermal Hydraulic Engineering. You will work a hybrid role based in Cranberry, PA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g. Nuclear, Mechanical) or related Discipline preferred or recognized equivalent required
• 4+ years of engineering experience required
• Apply fundamental engineering principles
• Computer simulation, programming skills and Linux experience
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification

Responsibilities

• Participate in introductory training focused on standard analyses and obtain qualifications in Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design
• Perform standard Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design analysis work for US and international customers, following approved methodologies, procedures and internal processes while focussing on nuclear safety to produce error-free work. Analyses will support safe plant operation by determining design bases and limits that meet safety and regulatory criteria. These criteria will cover plant, reactor core, and fuel design. Additionally, analyses will measure thermal margins and evaluate risks to plant safety and fuel performance.
• Develop skills necessary to assume more independent assignments and verify standard evaluations and analyses performed by others
• Support emergent issues and interface with our customers and other teams within Westinghouse to support safe plant operation
• Plan and schedule own work to meet assignment requirements within schedule and budget requirements and maintain quality of the work
• Participate on project teams and communicate with responsible project managers and technical lead the nature and status of work projects
• Identify and recommend improvements in process and tools on a continuing basis and support implementation

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: Senior