Technical Leader, Stability Analysis

GE Vernova; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) savings plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability benefits

12 paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova in Wilmington, NC is searching for a leader in nuclear and safety analysis engineering. The role involves providing technical leadership on diverse projects related to thermal-hydraulic stability and safety analyses in Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) plants.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years in the nuclear industry and a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline. GE Vernova offers a comprehensive benefits package and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Nuclear Industry.
• Experience in Stability analyses and nuclear safety analysis.
• Demonstrated high energy and team player abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on engineering projects.
• Perform analyses in plant thermal-hydraulic stability.
• Ensure compliance with NRC regulations and QA standards.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Thermal Hydraulic Analysis

Nuclear Safety Analysis

Communication Skills

Programming (C#, FORTRAN, PYTHON)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline

M.S. Degree in Engineering Discipline

Tools

BWR Simulator

3-D Neutron Kinetics Code

T/H Systems Codes (TRACG, TRACE, RELAP)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Provide technical leadership on a variety of projects performing applicable analyses within the nuclear and safety analysis engineering functions. In particular, technical evaluations and analyses for plant thermal-hydraulic stability analyses, plant noise analyses, PRNM stability interface, and other nuclear safety analyses in Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) plants, including currently operating BWRs as well as new plants (BWRX, ABWR) operating or planned worldwide.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Technical Leadership on a production oriented engineering analysis team for all aspects of the engineering design process, including proposal development, budgetary estimates, schedule and resource planning, design performance, and release for customer delivery.
• Provide Technical Leadership in the areas of plant thermal-hydraulic stability analyses, plant noise analyses, PRNM stability interface, and other safety analyses with general expertise in two-phase thermal hydraulic analysis techniques.
• Deliver fuel projects including reload analyses, Stability methods implementation, new fuel introduction, and safety analysis support for emergent fuel issues.
• Perform in cross-disciplinary settings, engaged with interfacing teams responsible for mechanical design, core design, licensing, systems design or other affiliated organizations to find optimum customer solutions.
• Provide technical mentoring to support Stability Analysis staff development and knowledge management, including procedure development and adherence.
• Develop/deliver training course offerings in support of external commercial requests, as well as for internal audiences for knowledge management, and knowledge capture/transfer.
• Identify and manage technical risk and assist in developing workable plans for engineering deliverables. Manage project work schedules and priorities.
• Ensure work is in compliance with NRC regulated policies and procedures, as well as Quality Assurance standards.
• Interface with internal and external customers on technical issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, or similar) from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Nuclear Industry in BWR or PWR safety analysis.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in Stability analyses, plant noise analyses, PRNM stability interface, and stability setpoints methodology.
• Previous technical leadership experience or ownership in key technical areas.
• M.S. Degree in Engineering Discipline with experience in thermal hydraulic modeling as applied to nuclear reactor systems.
• Experience with BWRs, ABWR and ESBWR technology.
• Experience in BWR Stability analysis to support applicable regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of plant operational support in the Stability area.
• Excellent writing and verbal communications skills.
• Experience with BWR simulator and use of 3-D neutron kinetics code (e.g., PANAC).
• Experience with BWR/PWR T/H systems codes such as TRACG, TRACE, or RELAP.
• Knowledge of reactor licensing requirements.
• Experience with programming (C#, FORTRAN, PYTHON).
• Demonstrated high energy and the ability to energize others.
• Ability to make decisions with speed and accuracy based on best available information.
• Team Player, building connections with the team through personal involvement & trust.
• Seeks simple solutions to complex problems.
• Detail oriented and accountable for completion of work and assignments.
• Clearly and confidently communicates based on deep understanding.
• Communicates in an open, candid, clear, and consistent manner.
• Legacy of delivering on commitments; tenacious, with a proven track record of overcoming obstacles. Ability to achieve stretch targets.
• Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity.
• Strong external focus; demonstrated understanding of nuclear and/or energy industry.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Benefits

• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).