Principal Engineer

Westinghouse Electric; United States; Remote; USD 103,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear energy firm is seeking a skilled technician with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. This remote position in the U.S. focuses on maintaining safety standards and addressing equipment challenges. The ideal candidate has extensive experience and a knack for leadership, with a competitive salary range of $103,200 to $129,000 annually.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations

Flexible Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Technician/Specialist leading projects.
• 3 years of project engineering support.
• Familiarity with nuclear power plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure contamination avoidance as a Qualified Radiological Worker.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex equipment issues.
• Assume responsibility and leadership in projects.

Skills

Radiological safety expertise

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Electrical engineering knowledge

Nuclear engineering principles

Problem-solving skills

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

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.

This is a remote position, but will be based out of our Waltz Mill facility in Madison, PA. You will report to the Senior Manager of Reactor Component Upgrades and Major Programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Qualified Radiological Worker familiar with contamination avoidance techniques.
• Formal training in the fields of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Nuclear Engineering are desired
• Demonstrated ability to provide innovative solutions to equipment issues
• Demonstrated ability to provide hands on" repairs of equipment
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex equipment issues
• Demonstrated ability to assume increased level of responsibility and leadership as knowledge level improves
• Demonstrated reliability to support demanding /flexible work schedules in a consistent manner
• Interview based demonstration of interpersonal skills and ability to meld with the RCUMP Group
• Willing to take ownership of challenges and customer focused.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering or related technical discipline
• 5 years of experience as a Technician/Specialist leading and directing low to moderate complexity projects.
• 3 years of project engineering support and 2 years of experience in a technical leadership role may be considered
• Broad technical knowledge of nuclear power plants. Familiarity with utility business practices including knowledge of utility operations, maintenance and engineering practices, knowledge of procurement processes and material management

Salary and Schedule

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications, and skills, is estimated to be $103,200.00 to $129,000.00 per year. The role is remote (Hybrid)

Benefits and Highlights

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacations and Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program

Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer:

• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Export Control

Employment opportunities may require access to information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.