Component Analysis Engineer

Framatome; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Annual incentives

Job summary

Framatome in the United States seeks an experienced engineer to perform finite element and hand calculations on pressure boundary components under normal and faulted conditions. You will work on diverse design, development, and analysis tasks, review risk assessments, and propose autonomous solutions while ensuring compliance with standards.

The role requires a PE license, 5+ years in the nuclear field, and strong fatigue and reactor internals knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; other engineering degrees may be accepted.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code experience, specifically Section III, Div 1.
• Nuclear industry experience.
• Professional Engineering license.
• Strong understanding of fatigue (high/low cycle).
• Reactor Vessel internals knowledge.
• Finite Element Analysis experience (ANSYS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication of technical data.
• Team oriented with collaborative skills.
• Advanced problem identification and resolution skills.
• Demonstrates leadership characteristics.
• Proficiency with tools and programming languages as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses of pressure boundary components for normal and faulted conditions.
• Engage in complex design, development, analysis, and testing tasks.
• Review department work products and risk assessments.
• Propose solutions and work autonomously on assignments.
• Ensure compliance with government and industry standards.
• Develop new methods or models to add value for customers.
• Communicate technical results to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Fatigue analysis

ANSYS

Finite element analysis

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Programming languages

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering license

Other engineering degrees accepted

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Why This Role Is Critical

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

What You’ll Do Day-To-Day

• Performing analyses, both in the form of hand calculations and finite element calculations of pressure boundary components for normal and faulted conditions.
• Work performed is dynamic and never stagnant. Work environment provides for constant learning and development.
• Perform a variety of more complex non-standard engineering and new-to-you assignments typically in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of specifications, execution of field tasks and resolution of field problems, and resolution of quality events.
• Perform independent review of department work products, risk assessments, Apparent Cause Analyses, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis etc.
• Propose solutions and work scope to Supervisor, work autonomously on most assignments and solutions.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards.
• Independently evaluate, select and apply a variety of technical techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making more complex adaptations and modifications for tasks not previously performed.
• Develop new or adapted products, methods, systems or models to provide added value solutions to customers.
• Understand impact of work on other organizations internally and externally.
• Work on special projects, as directed.
• Provide suggestions for improving processes and implementing process improvements.
• Actively participates in technical communications with internal customers.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria -ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code experience, Specifically Section III, Div 1 experience.
• Nuclear industry experience.
• Professional Engineering license.
• Strong understanding of fatigue, both high cycle and low cycle.
• Reactor Vessel internals knowledge.
• Finite Element Analysis experience (ANSYS).
• Good communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Displays leadership characteristics.
• Exhibits questioning attitude and practices self-checking.
• Advanced proficiency with specialized software tools and programming languages as required by the role.

Total Rewards Package

• Salary: $116,000 - $129,000, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Offers are contingent on background check (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE810AppendixA).