Lead Engineer – LOCA & Containment Analysis

GE Vernova; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 85,600 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) savings opportunity with company matching

Tuition assistance

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

GE Vernova is looking for a qualified engineer in Wilmington, NC to perform thermal-hydraulic safety analysis for Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) plants. You will work in an innovative team focused on efficiency and regulatory compliance while mentoring others and delivering technical training.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in nuclear engineering, with at least 3 years of relevant experience, and is well-versed in thermal hydraulic analysis techniques. Competitive compensation and a supportive working environment are offered.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in an accredited engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in T-H Nuclear Plant Safety Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform thermal hydraulic evaluations and analyses.
• Engage in cross-disciplinary settings with interfacing teams.
• Prepare and present technical data.

Skills

Thermal hydraulic safety analysis

Two-phase thermal hydraulic analysis techniques

Technical mentoring

Training course delivery

Programming (C#, FORTRAN, PYTHON)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering

M.S. Degree in Nuclear Engineering

Tools

TRACG

RELAP

TRACE

Job description

Job Description Summary

As a contributing member of the LOCA, Containment & Stability Analysis Team, you will perform plant thermal-hydraulic safety analysis with two-phase thermal hydraulic analysis techniques. You will support reload and design applications for Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) plants, including currently operating BWR plants as well as new plants (BWRX, Natrium) operating or planned worldwide.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform plant thermal hydraulic evaluations and analyses in the areas of ECCS LOCA, Containment, HELB, Fire Safe Shutdown, Annulus Pressurization Loads, and RIPD analyses.
• General expertise in two-phase thermal hydraulic analysis techniques.
• Take responsibility for fuel project activities including reload analyses, methods implementation, power uprates, new fuel introductions, and safety analysis support for emergent fuel issues.
• Perform in cross-disciplinary settings, engaged with interfacing teams responsible for mechanical design, core design, licensing, systems design, or other affiliated organizations to find optimum customer solutions.
• Prepare, document and present technical data to internal/external customers.
• Provide technical mentoring to support team development and knowledge management, including procedure development and adherence.
• Develop/deliver training course offerings in support of external commercial requests, as well as for internal audiences for knowledge management, and knowledge capture and transfer.
• Lead team process improvements to drive speed and simplification.
• Ensure work is performed with high quality in accordance with regulatory rules and regulations, customer requirements, and business quality assurance standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, or similar) from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in T-H Nuclear Plant Safety Analysis.

Eligibility Requirements

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GVH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC or an approved GEV Hub location.
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in ECCS LOCA, Containment, HELB, Fire Safe Shutdown, Annulus Pressurization Loads, and Reactor Internals Pressure Difference analyses.
• M.S. Degree in Nuclear Engineering with experience in T/H modeling as applied to nuclear reactor systems.
• Experience with BWR technology ECCS LOCA and Containment analysis to support applicable regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of reactor licensing requirements.
• Experience with BWR/PWR T-H systems codes such as TRACG, RELAP & TRACE.
• Experience in Best Estimate methodology development (e.g., TRACG LOCA).
• Experience with Best Estimate and CSAU applications.
• Programming experience such as C#, FORTRAN, or PYTHON.
• Demonstrated high energy and the ability to energize others.
• Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity.
• Work easily and communicate effectively within a team environment.
• Seeks simple solutions to complex problems.
• Detail oriented and accountable for completion of work and assignments.
• Clearly and confidently communicates based on deep understanding.
• Communicates in an open, candid, clear, and consistent manner.
• Legacy of delivering on commitments; tenacious, with a proven track record of overcoming obstacles. Ability to achieve stretch targets.

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export‑controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $85,600.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. 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.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.