Principal Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Career development programs

Global recognition and service

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company in Cranberry Township, PA is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the development and evolution of thermalhydraulics (T/H) analysis methods and tools for reactor components, including modernization efforts and efficiency improvements.

You will guide the application and selection of analysis tools (CFD, 1D flow network models), mentor engineers, and drive complex problems to closure while encouraging AI-enabled engineering to boost productivity and traceability.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering (MS preferred) with significant thermalhydraulic experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, incl. CFD and thermal-hydraulic analyses.
• Proven technical leadership either as a principal contributor or small team lead.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and evolution of T/H analysis methods and tools for reactor components.
• Guide tool selection (CFD, 1D models) and ensure appropriate methods for challenges.
• Mentor engineers and drive complex problem solving to closure.
• Promote AI-enabled engineering to improve productivity, quality, and traceability.

Skills

Thermal hydraulics

CFD

Technical leadership

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering/related

Tools

CFD software

1D flow network models

Job description

About the role

As a Principal Engineer you will lead the development and evolution of thermalhydraulics (T/H) analysis methods and tools for reactor components, including strategy for modernization and efficiency improvements.

You will report to the Manager Advanced Analysis and Methods and be located at Cranberry, PA with the flexibility to work in a remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide the application and selection of analysis tools (e.g., CFD, 1D flow network models), ensuring appropriate methods are used for each engineering challenge
• Partner with systems engineering, safety analysis, and other technical teams to integrate data, improve workflows, and ensure analytical consistency across departments
• Mentor engineers in thermalhydraulics fundamentals, analysis best practices, and build organizational capability
• Lead the resolution of complex, ambiguous engineering problems by identifying risks, developing execution plans, and driving solutions to closure
• Encourage thoughtful adoption of AI‑enabled engineering tools to improve productivity, quality, and traceability
• Lead multifunctional technical projects

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering (MS). Consideration given to degrees in Nuclear, Aerospace, Chemical or related Engineering fields with significant thermalhydraulic experience
• 5+ years of experience with Thermal Hydraulic Analyses and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and associated modeling approaches
• 5+ years providing technical leadership—either as a principal individual contributor or as leader of a small engineering team
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or 8 years with an advanced degree

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $116,000 to $129,000 per year.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which may include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being, including Employee Assistance Program for 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.