Senior Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design Engineer

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August 4

🔔 Pennsylvania – Remote

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⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🧑‍🔧 Mechanical Engineer

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Westinghouse Electric Company

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Energy • Nuclear • Manufacturing

Westinghouse Electric Company is a leader in the nuclear energy sector, providing innovative solutions and advanced technologies for nuclear power generation. With a strong focus on safety and sustainability, Westinghouse develops and manufactures a range of nuclear components, including pressurized water reactors and small modular reactors. The company also offers extensive training and resource solutions to enhance operational efficiency and support the nuclear industry’s commitment to carbon-free energy.

5001 - 10000 employees

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

•As a Senior Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design Engineer, you will participate in Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic activities. •Including addressing heat removal from the reactor fuel and coolant flow in the reactor core under normal operation and accident conditions •You will report to the Manager - Fuel Rod and Thermal Hydraulic Design. •Participate in introductory training focused on standard analyses and obtain qualifications in the Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design Functional Area. •Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulics addresses heat removal from the reactor fuel and coolant flow in the reactor core under normal operation and accident conditions. •Perform standard and non-standard Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic analysis work for US and international customers, following and understanding approved methodologies, procedures and internal processes focusing on nuclear safety to produce error-free work. •Analyses will support safe plant operation by determining design bases and limits that meet safety and regulatory criteria for plant, reactor core and fuel design; measure thermal margins; and evaluate risks to plant safety and fuel performance. •Resolve and provide technical leadership for complex, emergent and industry issues, redesigns, model development and interface with our customers and other teams within Westinghouse to support safe plant operation. •Support and provide technical leadership for special projects such as major programs, advanced plant designs, plant chemistry programs, development of new fuel products, including new cladding and fuel materials. •Provide expertise and consultation to technical panels, reviews, committees, regulators, customers, and partners on multiple Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic related topics. •Support general code, procedure and method development updates. •Improve automation (Java, Python, or other object-oriented programming) to promote efficiency and error reduction for standard analyses and documentation. •Mentor and provide Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic related training to less experienced engineering and customers.

🎯 Requirements

•Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g. Nuclear, Mechanical.) or related Discipline preferred or recognized equivalent required •Minimum 3-7 years of engineering experience •Reactor core Thermal Hydraulic related experience with familiarity in subchannel codes helpful •Comfortable leading meetings and developing and delivering presentations •Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) Certification helpful

🏖️ Benefits

•Great compensation package •Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits •Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members •401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match •Paid Vacations and Holidays •Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements •Educational Reimbursement Program •Employee Referral Program