Principal Mechanical Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); Hybrid; USD 103,200 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer to oversee the design, development, and analysis of complex mechanical systems. The role reports to the Mechanical Systems and Equipment Nuclear Plant Mechanical Engineering and is hybrid with on-site days at Cranberry Woods HQ and telecommuting on other days.

Qualifications include a BS in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering and 7+ years of applicable experience, with strong leadership and design/analysis

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of engineering procedures.
• Experience leading technical teams on complex design, modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design efforts for mechanical systems and projects.
• Review and co-author documents and licensing submittals.
• Mentor engineers and lead a team in executing complex tasks.
• Support audits, inspections and regulatory meetings.

Skills

Technical leadership

Design and analysis

Systems design

Team mentoring

Education

BS in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering

Master’s in Engineering

Job description

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

As a Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer you will oversee the design, development, implementation, and analysis of highly complex technical products, processes, components, equipment, and systems. You will report to the Mechanical Systems and Equipment Nuclear Plant Mechanical Engineering. This position is hybrid in nature requiring several days a week on-site at Westinghouse’s Cranberry Woods Headquarters office, and the other days telecommuting. No relocation will be provided for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design efforts for one or more mechanical systems, components, or technical projects.
• Verify, review, and co-author documents, assuring high quality, use of Human Performance tools, and training of professionals.
• Author or co-author complex reports and licensing submittals.
• Work is both independent and collaborative, and of a complex nature, requiring extensive technical experience and capabilities.
• Perform system design planning, including system design; design review preparation; and interfaces with other systems, testing, components, licensing, and others.
• Work with Manager to resource systems and equipment work in your areas of responsibility, identifying resource, technical, and schedule gaps and supporting schedule development.
• Lead technical teams, providing oversight while delegating work and mentoring team members.
• Work with stakeholders on your responsibilities regarding progress, technical issues, cost and schedule.
• Identify and define technical issues, risks and challenges related to your areas of responsibility and lead the resolution of technical issues that impact multiple stakeholders. This involves utilizing decision tools and balancing the overall product needs to resolve the technical issue.
• Work and collaborate with other personnel regarding your areas of responsibility including partners such as national laboratories, sub-contractors, partners, suppliers, fabricators, and customers.
• Mentor engineers but also lead a team of engineers in the execution of complex tasks.
• Perform presentations and training to internal and external audiences.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory meetings.
• Support the development of proposals for various designs and projects, as needed.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering
• 7+ years of applicable experience
• Broad knowledge of engineering procedures
• Knowledge and experience in systems and/or component design, development, and analysis, including fluid systems and/or solid-state machines and interfaces with instrumentation and control
• Significant experience in a technical leadership role with aspects of design, modeling, and analysis and with the ability to manage technical teams in challenging situations with complex tasks
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on occasion

Beneficial

• P.E. Certification in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering or willingness to obtain one
• Knowledge and experience in primary and secondary side power plant systems.
• Masters in Engineering

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 $103,200 to $129,000 per year.

Benefits

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