Senior Engineer

Laveer Engineering; Cranberry Township (Butler County); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Global recognition and service

Employee referral program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company in Cranberry Township, PA, is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead finite element analysis (FEA) for the repair, modification, and qualification of safety-related components in primary reactor coolant systems, supporting operating plants and AP1000 designs.

You will report to the Manager of Advanced Analysis and Methods and work in a hybrid environment in Cranberry, PA, applying ANSYS Workbench and APDL to ensure robust, compliant engineering solutions while

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or alternate engineering degree with relevant experience.
• Proficiency in ANSYS Workbench and familiarity with ANSYS Mechanical (APDL).
• Minimum 6 years of experience or 4 with an advanced degree.
• PE License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute design and analysis plans from preliminary through final design.
• Qualify component designs using ANSYS-based thermal and structural FEA and analytical methods.
• Improve analysis quality and efficiency with advanced methods and tools.
• Collaborate with systems, manufacturing, and component teams to ensure integration.
• Align technical scope, schedules, and resources across programs.
• Deliver high-quality engineering work meeting safety, quality, and schedule expectations.

Skills

FEA expertise

ANSYS Workbench

ANSYS Mechanical APDL

Structural engineering knowledge

Project collaboration

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

Alternate engineering degree with experience

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical APDL

Job description

Requisition Number: 32259

Company: Westinghouse Electric Co

Location: Cranberry Township, US

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 Senior Engineer you will lead finite element analysis (FEA) for the repair, modification, and qualification of safety‑related components in primary reactor coolant systems, supporting operating plants and AP1000 designs.

You will report to the Manager of Advanced Analysis and Methods and be located at Cranberry, PA and can work in a hybrid environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute design and analysis plans from preliminary through final design, translating performance and structural requirements into compliant engineering solutions using lessons learned and best practices.
• Qualify component designs using ANSYS-based thermal and structural FEA, closed‑form analytical methods, and Westinghouse internal engineering.
• Improve analysis quality and efficiency by implementing advanced methods, automation, and innovative tools.
• Collaborate with systems, manufacturing, and component teams to ensure effective subsystem integration and resolve complex design and production issues.
• Partner with project managers and technical leads to align technical scope, schedules, and resources across programs.
• Demonstrate accountability, delivering high‑quality engineering work that meets safety, quality, and schedule expectations.

Qualifications

• We will consider BS in Mechanical Engineering, (alternate degrees such as nuclear, aerospace, structural engineering with relevant experience).
• Proficiency in ANSYS Workbench and at least a familiarity with ANSYS Mechanical (APDL).
• Minimum of 6 years of experience required or 4 with an advanced degree.
• PE License (Preferred).

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be 85,200 to 106,500 per year.

Why Westinghouse?

Benefits

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• 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 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.

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

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