Experienced Thermal-Mechanical Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentives and bonuses

Health & wellness plans

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Lifestyle spending account

Education reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Framatome in Lynchburg, VA, is seeking an experienced engineer to support design and development activities for advanced nuclear fuel technologies. You will perform complex assignments, review analyses, and propose autonomous solutions while ensuring regulatory and standards compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and applying advanced engineering methods to deliver value for customers and end users. Join a team focused on safety, innovation, and impactful energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Strong communication of detailed technical data.
• Team collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced problem identification and resolution.
• Leadership characteristics.
• Questioning attitude and self-checking.
• Proficiency with relevant software tools and programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex non-standard engineering assignments in design, development, analysis and testing.
• Review department work products, risk assessments and analyses.
• Propose solutions and work autonomously on assignments.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and engineering standards.
• Evaluate and apply technical methods for novel tasks.
• Develop new or adapted products, methods or models for value.
• Understand the impact of work on other organizations.
• Support special projects and process improvements.
• Participate in technical communications with internal customers.

Skills

Technical Knowledge

Problem-solving / Decision-making

Communication / Interpersonal Skills

Project management

Innovation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Details

• ID: 2026-3174
• Category: Design and Engineering
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Location Type: Onsite
• Posted Salary Range: USD $116,000.00 - USD $129,000.00 /Yr.

Location

US-VA-Lynchburg

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

• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of engineering principles, particularly with respect to thermal-mechanical analysis of nuclear fuel. Also, cognizant of industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Problem-solving / Decision-making: Adept at analyzing complex problems and making informed decisions and ability to think critically, evaluate alternatives and propose effective solutions to technical challenges.
• Communication / Interpersonal Skills: Ability to collaborate with team members, other departments, customers, and different levels of management and ability to convey technical information clearly, listen actively, and foster open lines of communication.
• Project management: Plan, organize, and execute projects to ensure engineering tasks are completed within budget, schedule, and are of high quality.
• Innovation: Aware of state-of-the-art developments within the nuclear industry and able to propose new developments, ideas, and methodologies to advance Framatome's R&D portfolio, specifically in the area of nuclear fuel rod performance.

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 Employer, including Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

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 DOE 810 Appendix A).