Transient Analysis - Principal Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations

Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement

Global Recognition Programs

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Principal Transient Analysis Engineer to perform safety analysis for nuclear reactors at their Cranberry Township headquarters.

This hybrid role requires leadership in safety evaluations and technical team guidance. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and substantial experience in nuclear safety analysis. The position offers various benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of applicable nuclear safety analysis experience.
• Ability to develop and deliver technical presentations for various issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and assessment of safety analysis calculations.
• Evaluate impacts of plant modifications and operating changes.
• Instruct and guide personnel on significant technical projects.

Skills

Technical presentations

Nuclear safety analysis

Software programming

Education

B. S. in Mechanical, Chemical or Nuclear Engineering

Job description

About the role

As a Principal Transient Analysis Engineer you will performing design basis safety analysis for nuclear reactors, in particular for non-Loss of Coolant Accidents (non-LOCA) transients.

You will report to the Manager, Transient Analysis / Safety Analysis / Risk Applications, Licensing and be located at our global headquarters in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania. This position is hybrid; you will be onsite 2 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the develop and assess thermal-hydraulic models to perform safety analysis calculations consistent with regulatory requirements
• Lead reload safety evaluations for each plant cycle
• Lead plant specific licensing basis, analyses of record
• Be point of contact for plant-specific Safety Analysis (non-LOCA, transient dose or containment integrity related) specific inquiries from both internal and external customers
• Lead the Evaluation of impacts of plant modifications and operating changes on design analysis
• Lead project teams
• Lead integration and development of major technical descriptions to support customer proposals.
• Lead work of other engineers and provide periodic performance feedback to them.
• Communicate with responsible project manager on status of work projects
• Identify and support business growth opportunities and present recommendations to management.
• Develop new or improved products/services using knowledge of economic studies and recent technical developments. Prepare technical documents for products/services.
• Instruct, train, and guide personnel on significant technical projects, tasks and activities.
• Provide specific engineering discipline expert knowledge to peers, vendors and customers.
• Develop procedures, processes and methods for implementing technical requirements.
• Develop and deliver presentations to communicate status, problem resolution or promote related business products.

Qualifications

• B. S. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Nuclear Engineering Required
• Minimum 8 years of applicable nuclear safety analysis
• Develop and deliver technical presentations to communicate a variety of issues: project status, problem resolution, engineering recommendations
• Beneficial: Interest in software programming and code development

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

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

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