Engineer Project Lead IV

Framatome North America; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Framatome in Lynchburg, VA is seeking an experienced engineer to lead and support complex licensing projects for nuclear fuel products. You will work with project managers and engineering teams to develop plans, track progress, and communicate with regulators and customers.

The role requires strong technical acumen, 5+ years of related experience, and proven leadership within multi-disciplinary teams. A focus on quality, safety, and collaboration is essential in this critical mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with relevant coursework.
• Minimum of 5 years of related engineering experience.
• Ability to apply standards, techniques and criteria to complex tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication for cross-functional teams.
• Proven leadership and collaborative skills in multi-discipline projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support large engineering projects for licensing of fuel products.
• Develop and execute project plans with status updates to management.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines to solve complex issues.
• Provide technical solutions and communicate with customers or regulators.
• Identify process improvements and participate in risk assessments.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Specialized software tools

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

• 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.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with the Safety Analyses necessary to support the licensing basis for commercial nuclear power plants.
• Experience leading or managing a technical project with multiple teams/disciplines.
• Knowledge of Pressurized Water Reactor systems and function.
• Experience communicating technical subjects to multiple stakeholders.
• Display positive and effective team interaction.

Responsibilities

• Working with Project Managers and Engineering teams on large projects in support of the licensing of Fuel products in Commercial Nuclear Reactors.
• Creating and Executing project plans.
• Receiving status updates from multiple Engineering disciplines.
• Providing status updates to management.
• Facilitating the solution for technical issues that could be related to Neutronics, Safety Analysis, Thermal-Hydraulics, or Fuel Rod Analyses.
• Delivering or supporting communication to customers or regulators.

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.
• 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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