EVinci Prinicipal Nuclear Design Engr

Reference #: 20340

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.eVinci Principal Nuclear Design EngineerThe eVinci microreactor is the latest in next-generation nuclear reactor designs using Westinghouse's proprietary heat pipe technology. This position will have the opportunity to work on advanced reactor systems in design and testing with responsibilities in research, development, and design of our microreactor applications in commercial, defense, industrial, sea and space applications.This position will work in a hybrid environment based in Etna, PA.Job ResponsibilitiesIn this position the engineer can expect to be responsible for the following:

Perform nuclear and mechanical design of reactor core, nuclear components and radiation shielding through 3D modeling (Inventor, etc) and analysis software (ANSYS, MCNP, SCALE, SERPENT, etc)

Perform reactor engineering design and analysis calculations related neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, or radiation for steady state and transient conditions, including transport & Monte Carlo methods

Evaluate different phases of the nuclear fuel lifecycle from enrichment through decommissioning as well as criticality safety from fabrication, transport, operation, and post-operation

This position may involve evaluations of international and domestic safeguards and non-proliferation strategies

Familiarity with NRC, DOE, CNSC or IAEA regulations for nuclear design and accident analyses.

Familiarity with common and new nuclear materials and properties for modeling and design

Supervise a small team of engineers to perform design, analysis, and testing scopes of work

Resolve engineering, technology, and manufacturing design challenges through engineering rigor of problems that are only partially defined, requiring experience and knowledge in nuclear system or component development, with preferred experience in First-of-a-Kind development

Minimum RequirementsThe successful candidate for this position will possess the following:

Minimum 7 years of working experience

Preferable internship, co-op, or university laboratory experience in nuclear or radiation field

Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering or physics

Preferable to have an advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in an engineering field

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an US Government security clearance. Clearance must be maintained without interruption.

Expert experience with nuclear analysis codes such as SERPENT, BISON, GRIFFIN, MCNP, SCALE, etc

Strong computer skills, proficiency in using LINUX (capable of running jobs using super-computers) and proficiency in computer programming/coding

Strong interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills and experience

Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks and perform tasks under pressureWhy Westinghouse?

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

Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer:

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Holidays

Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement Program

Employee Referral Program

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 9,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

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