Robotics Control Engineer

Framatome North America; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Framatome North America in Lynchburg, Virginia, seeks an experienced engineer to perform complex design and engineering tasks related to the growth of nuclear energy. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and contributing to technical communications. The position offers a competitive salary range from $97,000 to $131,000, along with comprehensive health benefits and a robust retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Good interpersonal relationships and teamwork skills.
• Advanced understanding of engineering standards and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex non-standard engineering assignments.
• Develop new products and provide value-added solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and engineering standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Leadership Characteristics

Advanced Software Tools (FPGA/VHDL)

Control System Design

Motion Control Experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology, Engineering Science

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

• Performs a variety of more complex non-standard engineering and new-to-you assignments typically in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of specifications, execution of field tasks and resolution of field problems, and resolution of quality events.
• Performs independent review of department work products, risk assessments, Apparent Cause Analyses, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis etc.
• Proposes solutions and work scope to Supervisor, works autonomously on most assignments and solutions.
• Ensures compliance with government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards.
• Independently evaluates, selects and applies a variety of technical techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making more complex adaptations and modifications for tasks not previously performed.
• Develops new or adapted products, methods, systems or models to provide added value solutions to customers.
• Understands impact of work on other organizations internally and externally.
• Works on special projects, as directed.
• Provides suggestions for improving processes and implementing process improvements.
• Actively participates in technical communications with internal customers.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Good communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
• Ability to develop and maintain 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 level of specific software tools (FPGA/VHDL ) and programming skills.
• Experience in control system design, including both analog and digital controls.
• Experienced in troubleshooting hardware issues from system level to board level to component level.
• Motion control experience.

Total Rewards Package

Total Rewards Package

• Salary: $97,000 - $131,000, and 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.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

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.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE810AppendixA).