Lead Engineer – Reactor Nuclear Physics & Methods

GE Vernova, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a reactor-physics expert to advance neutron transport methods, cross-section generation, and code development for LANCR and PANAC. The preferred work location is the GVH Nuclear headquarters in Wilmington, NC, with hybrid options and an Atlanta hub.

Requirements include Fortran and Python, a strong track record in nuclear methods, and the ability to work within NRC quality frameworks. You will lead development, validation, training, and customer interfacing, and contribute

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computational methods, nuclear engineering, or closely related field (or equivalent).
• Master’s degree with 3+ years experience, or PhD with 1+ year experience in nuclear methods development/neutron transport/lattice physics.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical development, validation, and maintenance of analytical methods for core/fuel performance.
• Prepare, document, and present technical data to internal/external customers.
• Provide training and customer support; drive process improvements and NRC compliance.

Skills

Fortran

Python

Neutron transport

Education

Bachelor's degree in computational methods/nuclear engineering

Master's degree in computational methods/nuclear engineering

PhD in a closely related technical discipline

Tools

TGBLA/PANAC

CASMO/SIMULATE

Job description

Job Description Summary Job Description This role contributes to company objectives in the field of reactor physics and technology. This role is intended for a current or future subject matter expert in the areas of neutron transport, cross section generation, and code development/maintenance in these areas. This role also supports software documentation and validation, user training, and customer interfacing for lattice physics codes (LANCR) and the 3D core simulator (PANAC). The preferred work location for this role is at the GVH Nuclear headquarters in Wilmington, NC (hybrid work arrangements available), with our Atlanta, GA hub also an option. This role is within the Nuclear Methods (NM) team, which is responsible for the development, maintenance, analytics, technical consultation, and licensing stewardship of engineering computer codes, correlations, and methodologies related to Boiling Water Reactors (BWRs) and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). NM is also responsible for supporting customers with emergent questions in the areas of reactor neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, and instrumentation physics and contributes to the nuclear and thermal-hydraulic design of new fuel products.

Essential: Programming experience with Fortran and Python. Responsible for leading the technical development, accuracy and uncertainty qualification, testing, verification, regulatory licensing, and maintenance of analytical methods required for evaluation of steady-state and transient core/fuel performance of nuclear reactors. Work within an approved regulatory framework for nuclear software quality assurance for engineering computer programs. Prepare, document and present technical data to internal and external customers. Contribute to and lead team process improvements to drive speed and simplification. Communicate with internal/external users of the methods through support, documentation, and training. Ensure work is performed with high quality in accordance with NRC rules and regulations, customer requirements, and business quality assurance standards. Drive a team culture based on teamwork, integrity, candor, transparency, and execution on commitments. Effectively communicate and coordinate activities with other team members on engineering/technical issues. Assist and provide support to the team technical leader and functional manager to plan, status and execute projects. Support the interface with various regulatory agencies (NRC, DOE, etc.) as appropriate. Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity. Detail oriented and accountable for results. Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team. Displays a strong drive for continuous improvement. Displays an engaging, can-do, optimistic attitude. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong analytical capabilities, problem solving skills, and process skills.

Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in computer science, computational methods, nuclear engineering, or a closely related technical discipline AND minimum of 5 years of experience in nuclear methods development/neutron transport/lattice physics/nuclear cross section generation OR Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in computer science, computational methods, nuclear engineering, or a closely related technical discipline AND minimum of 3 years of experience in nuclear methods development/neutron transport/lattice physics/nuclear cross section generation OR Ph.D. from an accredited university or college computer science, computational methods, nuclear engineering, or a closely related technical discipline with a thesis in nuclear methods development/neutron transport/lattice physics/nuclear cross section generation AND minimum of 1 year of experience in nuclear methods development/neutron transport/lattice physics/nuclear cross section generation. Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for work visas, now or in the future, for this position vacancy. Desired: Ph.D. in computer science, computational methods, nuclear engineering, or a closely related discipline. Prior experience with deterministic and stochastic neutron transport (e.g., TGBLA/PANAC or CASMO/SIMULATE), including development of related codes and tools. Prior experience with nuclear cross section generation. Working knowledge of nuclear reactor core licensing, technical specifications, safety margin bases, code methodology licensing, and related federal regulations. Publication of technical articles and/or patent applications. Demonstrated ability to make decisions with speed and accuracy based on the best available information. Exceptional organization skills. Legacy of delivering on commitments; tenacious, with a proven track record of overcoming obstacles; ability to achieve stretch targets. Strong external focus; clear and demonstrated understanding of nuclear industry and/or energy industry. Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent quality certification. 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. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes #LI-Remote - This is a remote position. For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $188,600.00. 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. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 23, 2026. 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. Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different... we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, "GE," in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" / "verde" signal Earth's verdant and lush ecosystems. "Nova," from the Latin "novus," nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com