Fuel Handling Engineering Manager

Westinghouse Electric Company; Shoreview (MN); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement and career/g

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Fuel Handling Engineering Manager in Shoreview, MN. This hybrid role requires in-office presence 3–5 days per week and leads a 45+ engineering team across multiple disciplines to modernize technology and processes for nuclear fuel handling.

You will report to the Director of Material Handling & Tooling Component Manufacturing and Engineering, influencing policy, coordinating with global teams, and guiding talent development while delivering on schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; I&C preferred.
• PE license is a plus.
• 8+ years engineering experience with leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 45+ engineers and designers across multiple disciplines.
• Oversee two supervisors and 15–20 direct reports each.
• Drive resource planning, budget management and project schedules.
• Implement process improvements to reduce cycle times and improve design quality.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear quality standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Foster collaboration with global Westinghouse teams and internal manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Collaboration

Influence others

Quality assurance

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

PE license (preferred)

Tools

ANSYS

Inventor

SolidWorks

PDM/PLM

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Fuel Handling Engineering Manager, you will transform and grow our Fuel Handling Engineering team - a diverse group designing advanced systems for nuclear fuel movement and plant cranes. This is more than a management role. It's an opportunity to modernize technology, inspire collaboration, and shape the next generation of clean energy solutions.

You will report to the Director, Material Handling & Tooling Component Manufacturing and Engineering and be located at Shoreview, MN. Though this is a hybrid role, a core expectation will be to be in office 3-5 days per week, to establish relationships within the business.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Drive Change: Lead modernization of processes and technology, including I&C upgrades.
• Build & Grow: Scale a diverse engineering team by 15-20% annually while supporting the development of emerging talent.
• Innovate: Introduce fresh ideas, digital tools, and smarter workflows to improve efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate Globally: Work with Westinghouse teams worldwide and strengthen partnerships with internal manufacturing teams.
• Make an Impact: Your leadership will directly influence the future of nuclear energy, the largest producer of carbon free energy, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 45+ engineers and designers across multiple disciplines (including Supervisors and their teams)
• Manage two supervisors, each with 15-20 direct reports.
• Oversee Performance Feedback Plans (PFPs) and conduct regular one-on-one meetings with supervisors.
• Guide hiring, onboarding, and talent development to maintain critical skills and important competencies.
• Support technical leadership reviews, promotions, and career progression for team members.
• Develop and execute resource and technical strategies, including budget planning and management.
• Prioritize and lead process improvement and modernization projects to enhance design quality and reduce cycle times.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear quality standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Be a change leader, introducing digital tools, model-based design, and simulation-driven workflows.
• Foster collaboration between engineering disciplines and manufacturing.
• Build relationships with global Westinghouse engineering teams and use intra/inter-department partnerships to balance demand and supply.
• Provide project updates to senior management and customers.
• Limited North American travel for coordination and team integration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (I&C strongly preferred).
• PE license a plus.
• 8+ years of engineering experience with demonstrated leadership roles.
• Lead organizational change and foster collaboration.
• Experience with QA programs and manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with modeling tools (ANSYS, Inventor, SolidWorks) and data management systems (PDM/PLM).
• Ability to Influence others outside of own job area regarding policies.
• Demonstrate sound contract knowledge, use approved commercial processes, manage work to terms, scope; track progress and models a questioning attitude

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $130,400 to $163,000 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• 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

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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