Senior Engineer, Probabilistic Risk Assessments - Remote Based

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Global recognition

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Senior Engineer in Risk Analysis to perform PRA for nuclear plant systems. This US-based remote role reports to the Senior Manager, Risk Analysis and may support domestic and international plants, including design-stage reactors.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years PRA experience, and knowledge of PRA tools like CAFTA and RiskSpectrum. PE or EIT is a plus. We offer a competitive salary and remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of PRA model development experience for nuclear plants.
• Knowledge of PRA software such as CAFTA and RiskSpectrum is preferred.
• Professional Engineer license or EIT considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRA) for complex nuclear plant systems, evaluating vulnerabilities across risk types.
• Lead and support global project teams, contribute to scope execution, and meet schedule and financial objectives.
• Present technical topics and interface with global customers and regulatory bodies.
• Support strategic initiatives, develop product offerings, and pursue target markets.
• Mentor early-career engineers on PRA fundamentals.

Skills

PRA model development

Risk analysis

Mentoring juniors

Regulatory interface

PWR operations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) or EIT

Advanced degree

Tools

CAFTA

RiskSpectrum

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

If this sounds like an environment you would excel in, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer in our Risk Analysis team. This is a US-based remote opportunity. You will report to the Senior Manager, Risk Analysis and this will be a remote based role.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRA) for complex nuclear power plant systems; evaluating a plant's potential vulnerability to all risk and hazard types (i.e., seismic, fire, flooding, etc.). Assessments may support both domestic and international operating plants, as well as new reactors still in the design phase.
• Lead and support global project teams by contributing to technical scope execution in various roles (author, mentor, verifier), as well as meeting schedule and financial objectives.
• Present technical topics and interface with global customers and regulatory bodies.
• Support and identify strategic initiatives, develop product offerings, and pursue target product markets.
• Mentor early-career engineers on PRA fundamentals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with PRA Model development applied to nuclear plants required.
• Advanced degree, Professional Engineer, or EIT license considered a plus.
• Knowledge of PWR reactor operations.
• In addition to basic Risk and Hazard skills, you should have a knowledge of:
• Internal/External Hazards PRAs
• Level 2 PRAs
• Human Reliability Analysis (HRA)
• Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)
• Working knowledge of PRA software (CAFTA, RiskSpectrum)
• Peer Review experience considered a plus.

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

• 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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