Senior Engineer - Mechanical Systems

GE Vernova • Wilmington, NC

3d • Remote

About The Position

Systems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the user’s needs. The discipline that executes a robust process of design, creation, and optimization of systems, consisting of identification and quantification of system requirements, creation of alternate system design concepts, performance of design trade studies, selection and implementation of the best designs and verification that the design is properly integrated and executed. Process that proceeds from concept to production to operation. This role contributes to the overall strategy of the business within the Systems Engineering area. The System engineer will play a crucial role in providing site engineering support, collaborating with partner organizations and suppliers to enhance the detailed design and effectively execute a new plant project. The system engineer will be responsible for coordinating design deliverables supporting in the fabrication phase, the procurement phase, and the construction phase. This individual will support mechanical system engineering during design and construction activities, ensuring that projects are constructed in accordance with plans and specifications, addressing technical issues that arise between the construction, fabrication, and design teams, and monitoring progress while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering
• Minimum 8 years of experience in an engineering role
• Minimum 5 years of experience in nuclear system design activities including development of process flow diagrams, thermodynamic and heat/fluid flow transfer calculations, engineering specifications, etc.
• You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
• This position requires access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A, which includes Canada and can be found here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810) unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
• The drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering
• Ability to effectively function in a dynamic design environment and manage the demands of multiple tasks and projects, while maintaining an uncompromised commitment to personal and nuclear safety principles.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Ontario P. Eng license (Canadian applicants only).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Mechanical Systems engineering activities supporting the BWRX-300 SMR system design and coordination with site construction activities.
• Responsible for analysis and design work supporting system requirements and specifications
• Review, coordinate and manage the disposition of Field Change Notices (FCN) and Non-Conformances Reports (NCR)
• Providing technical advice and support solving site problems
• Be a key member of the Systems Engineering leadership team and specifically responsible for all technical and engineering deliverables needed to support design of the BWRX-300 SMR.
• Liaise with customers, in partnership with engineering leadership and Project Management.
• Interface with cross-functional teams and departments necessary to complete assigned system design activities.
• Responsible to undertake the necessary corrective and preventive actions resulting from Quality noncompliance monitoring and audit programs.

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
• Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level