NIS Technical Lead

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC is seeking a Lead Nuclear Instrumentation System Engineer to head a team delivering NIS hardware for existing plants and new designs. You will manage hardware design, documentation, testing and coordination with manufacturing to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years in the nuclear sector, strong I&C knowledge and proficiency with industry drawings and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of nuclear industry experience with increasing responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of I&C products and applications.
• Knowledge of industry drawings and standards (IEEE, IEC).

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware design and delivery of NIS systems and components.
• Oversee hardware design documentation (drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams).
• Ensure designs meet system and quality requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost quality and manufacturability.
• Prepare technical and quality documentation for procurement, testing and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to resolve issues and ensure conformance to drawings.
• Drive resolution of technical issues across design, testing and delivery phases.
• Develop test procedures and execute functional tests.
• Provide customer support for installation and issues; travel to sites as needed.
• Execute assignments within schedule and budget; mentor engineers.

Skills

NIS hardware design

Leadership

I&C knowledge

P&ID drawings

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

P&ID software

CAD tools

Job description

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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:

The Nuclear Instrumentation System (NIS) Lead Engineer will lead a team of engineers responsible for the hardware design and delivery of NIS hardware for both operating and new plant designs. This individual will be responsible for hardware designs and project documentation that meet applicable customer, technical & quality requirements.

You will report to the Mgr. Standard Hardware and Common Q Plat Safety & Reactor Systems Engineering and will be hybrid at the New Staton, PA facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the hardware design and delivery of NIS systems and associated hardware components and subassemblies.
• Responsible for the effective operations of the team supporting hardware design documentation such as drawer drawings, cable & wiring schematics, and related deliverables for I&C products.
• Ensure that hardware designs and project documentation meet applicable system & quality requirements.
• Identify and promote process improvements and enhancements to increase quality of work products, drive standardization, and improve manufacturability.
• Compile technical and quality documentation for procurement, design, testing and manufacturing of I&C hardware products.
• Work closely with manufacturing operations to resolve issues, provide oversight, and ensure products are in accordance with drawing packages and specifications.
• Drive the resolution of technical issues identified throughout design, testing and delivery phases.
• Support development of test procedures and execution of functional tests.
• Provide support to customers for installation and emergent technical issues. Opportunities to travel to customer and supplier sites (domestic and international).
• Execute assignments independently within project schedule and budgetary requirements.
• Provide coaching & mentoring for engineers supporting project deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of nuclear industry experience with increasing levels of responsibility. Experience leading and directing medium to high complexity projects to successful completion.
• Strong understanding of I&C skills, products and applications in the industry.
• Strong understanding of typical industry standard drawings including P&ID drawings, loop diagrams, schematics, cabinet drawings and panel layouts.
• Knowledge of codes & standards applicable to the nuclear industry (IEEE, IEC, Regulatory Guides, etc.)
• To support complex and dynamic project execution.
• Strong verbal, with both internal and external customers and various levels of leadership.
• Gather and analyze input, evaluate alternatives, and make effective decisions.
• As part of a cross-functional team including engineering, testing, manufacturing, supply chain management, and suppliers.

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 $116,800 to $146,000 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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