Principal Engineer - Core Neutronics

Framatome; Lynchburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off up to 3 weeks

Employer paid mental health support

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Lynchburg, Virginia seeks an experienced engineer to perform complex assignments involving design and analysis in the nuclear energy sector. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 7 years of experience, specifically in pressurized or boiling water reactor core design. The role offers a competitive salary of $115,000 - $156,000, along with comprehensive health benefits and paid time off, making a significant contribution to clean energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Excellent communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering assignments in design and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and industry standards.
• Develop new/adapted products and solutions for customers.

Skills

Pressurized water reactor (PWR) core design

Boiling water reactor (BWR) core design

Computer model development

FORTRAN programming

C/C++ programming

PYTHON programming

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

LINUX operating systems

Engineering software tools

Job description

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

• Perform a variety of more complex engineering assignments typically in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of specifications, execution of field tasks and resolution of field problems.
• Perform independent review of department work products, risk assessments, Apparent Cause Analyses, Root Cause Analyses, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis etc.
• Propose solutions and work scope to supervisor, works autonomously on most assignments and solutions.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards.
• Independently evaluate, select and apply a variety of technical techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making more complex adaptations and modifications for tasks not previously performed.
• Develop new or adapted products, methods, systems or models to provide added value solutions to customers.
• Understand impact of work on other organizations internally and externally.
• Work on special projects, as directed.
• Provide suggestions for improving processes and implementing process improvements.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated experience in pressurized water reactor (PWR) or boiling water reactor (BWR) core design and/or nuclear analysis experience.
• Experience with computer model development and application (e.g., ANC, SCALE, CASMO, SIMULATE, or other nuclear industry analysis code).
• Familiarity with engineering workstation computers and within LINUX operating environments.
• Programming/software capabilities and experience in FORTRAN, C/C++, or PYTHON.
• Display positive and effective team interaction skills and value positive peer relationships.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

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 7 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Excellent communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
• Grows developed network and maintains good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Displays 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: $115,000 - $156,000and 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.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.