Neutronics Engineer III

Framatome; Lynchburg (VA); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee assistance programs

Résumé du poste

Framatome in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Neutronics Engineer III to perform non-standard engineering tasks, analyze core behavior, and support licensing for US PWRs. The role emphasizes autonomous work, adherence to standards, and applying advanced neutronics techniques across reactor core simulations and safety analyses.

A degree in engineering and 3+ years of experience are required. Ideally, you bring expertise with PRISM/NEMO/ARTEMIS or MCNP/KENO and strong communication skills to collaborate

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of engineering standards and criteria.

Responsabilités

• Performs non-standard and new-to-you assignments across design, development, analysis, testing, and field tasks.
• Works autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Ensures compliance with government regulations and engineering standards.
• Evaluates and applies technical methods with judgment for new tasks.
• Maintains safety mindset and develops process improvements.

Connaissances

Neutronics software

Monte Carlo methods

Core transient analysis

Technical problem solving

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Physics/Engineering alternatives

Outils

PRISM

NEMO

ARTEMIS

MCNP

KENO

Description du poste

Neutronics Engineer III

Location: US-VA-Lynchburg

Job ID: 2026-3311

Category: Engineering, Nuclear

Position Type: Full-Time

Location Type: Onsite

Posted Salary Range: USD $100,000.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr.

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

• Performs non-standard engineering, varied 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.
• Receives minimal assistance and instruction and works autonomously on most assignments and solutions.
• Ensures compliance with government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards.
• Independently evaluates, selects and applies a variety of technical techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making adaptations and modifications for tasks not previously performed.
• Continues to develop knowledge of organization, processes and customers.
• Works on special projects, as directed.
• Provides suggestions for improving processes and implementing process improvements.
• Maintain a safety mindset.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with core neutronics simulator codes such as PRISM, NEMO, ARTEMIS, SMART, SIMULATE, etc.
• Experience with Monte Carlo radiation transport codes such as MCNP, KENO, or equivalent
• Experience with analyzing the core response during plant transients such as rod ejection

Additional Day-to-Day: Perform core related safety analyses to support licensing and operation of US PWRs

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 3 years of related experience.
• 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.
• Good problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Displays informal 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: $100,000 - $110,000 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).