Nuclear Mechanical Engineer II – Design & Analysis

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 69,200 - 86,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health, Wellness and Income Protection

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking an Engineer II - Mechanical to perform structural analysis and thermohydraulic assessments for nuclear reactor components at the Cranberry Township, PA site. The role offers a hybrid schedule with opportunities to engage in design qualification for the current fleet and AP1000 reactors.

The candidate will use ANSYS and internal codes, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and support refueling outages, including nights and long shifts, as time-sensitive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 3+ years of experience in Component structural analysis or Thermo Hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and analyses for repair, modification and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse designed nuclear power plants.
• Use analysis tools such as finite element simulations (e.g., ANSYS) and internal codes to qualify component design.
• Collaborate with subsystem leads to integrate and resolve design issues.
• Develop project schedules with project managers and subsystem/component leads.
• Identify technical risks and drive resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with industry, regulatory, NRC/DOE/ASME codes and standards.
• Provide technical guidance and collaborate with national laboratories, sub-contractors, suppliers, fabricators, and customers.
• Support plant refueling outages, including 12-hour shifts and overnight work as needed.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Mechanical engineering

Thermo Hydraulics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking an Engineer II - Mechanical to perform structural analysis and thermohydraulic assessments for nuclear reactor components at the Cranberry Township, PA site. The role offers a hybrid schedule with opportunities to engage in design qualification for the current fleet and AP1000 reactors.

The candidate will use ANSYS and internal codes, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and support refueling outages, including nights and long shifts, as time-sensitive