GE Vernova

Nuclear Pre-Service / In-Service Inspection Program Owner

GE Vernova$131K — $219K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Materials/Welding Engineering, or related field required.
  • At least 8 years of experience in nuclear engineering or inspection programs within an EPC, OEM, or utility environment.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience defining or managing pre-service and in-service inspection requirements for nuclear-class components.
  • Experience with nuclear regulators and pressure equipment authorities preferred, with a focus on multi-jurisdictional projects.
  • Strong understanding of nuclear QA/QC processes and relevant standards.

Responsibilities

  • Define the global PSI/ISI strategy for nuclear standards compliance.
  • Translate regulatory obligations into clear inspection requirements for pressure boundaries.
  • Serve as the technical authority for compliance, supporting licensing processes with regulators.
  • Collaborate with design teams to ensure inspectability is integrated into the design phase.
  • Establish quality requirements for procurement, including contracts and inspections.
  • Develop a framework for transitioning from construction to operation with key integrity data.
  • Promote a culture of safety and compliance across all project phases.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Access to Health Coach and 24/7 nurse-based resources.
  • Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling services.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance available.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Pre-Service / In-Service Inspection (PSI/ISI) Program Owner - BWRX-300 is responsible for establishing and governing the inspection and integrity requirements for BWRX-300 nuclear pressure equipment, piping, welded components, and related systems from design through construction and into operation across our U.S., Canadian, and European projects.

In the current BWRX-300 new-build phase, this role is heavily focused on the front-end definition of all component, weld, and system inspection requirements needed to fulfill the Designer's obligations under nuclear and pressure-boundary codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks. The Program Owner ensures that these requirements are embedded in design deliverables, specifications, procurement packages, modular fabrication and construction plans, and that they form the basis of the plant's pre-service and in-service inspection programs.

This role is a key interface with internal design teams, BWRX-300 technology providers, EPCs/suppliers, Authorized Nuclear Inspectors, Notified Bodies, and nuclear/pressure equipment regulators.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

Strategy & Compliance Leadership
  • Define the global PSI/ISI strategy, ensuring alignment with major nuclear standards (ASME Section III/XI, CSA N285, PED/EN).
  • Translate complex regulatory obligations into actionable, auditable inspection requirements for all nuclear and non-safety pressure boundaries.
  • Serve as the technical authority for compliance, supporting licensing submittals and engaging with Authorized Inspection Agencies and regulators.


Design Integration & Constructability
  • Partner with design and systems engineering teams to ensure "inspectability by design."
  • Influence modular assembly, piping layout, and access strategies to ensure all welds and components remain accessible for both manufacturing and long-term inspection.
  • Define the criteria for weld inspections, hold points, and acceptance standards throughout the modular lifecycle.


Procurement & Supply Chain Quality
  • Embed stringent quality and inspection requirements into RFQs, contracts, and supplier manufacturing plans.
  • Review vendor documentation, including Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), material traceability, and Manufacturing Data Records (MDRs).


Operational Transition & Reliability
  • Establish the framework for the transition from construction to operations, ensuring a robust handover of baseline data for future asset integrity and In-Service Inspection (ISI).
  • Champion a culture of nuclear safety, configuration control, and data traceability across all project phases.


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Materials/Welding Engineering, or related field required.
  • At least 8 years of experience in nuclear engineering, nuclear pressure boundary design, integrity, or inspection programs within an EPC, OEM, BWRX-300 developer, or utility environment.
  • At least 4 years of experience defining or managing pre-service and in-service inspection requirements for nuclear-class components (ASME Section III/XI, CSA N285, or equivalent).


Desired Characteristics:
  • Experience on BWRX-300 or advanced reactor projects, or new-build nuclear projects with strong modular construction elements, is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with nuclear regulators, Authorized Nuclear Inspectors, Notified Bodies, and/or national pressure equipment authorities in at least one of the target regions (U.S., Canada, Europe); multi-jurisdictional experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of nuclear and pressure equipment standards and regulations, such as:
    • ASME BPVC Section III and XI, ASME B31.1/B31.7
    • CSA N285 series and relevant CNSC requirements
    • PED and applicable EN standards, plus national nuclear regulations in host countries
  • Understanding of:
    • Nuclear QA/QC and configuration management (e.g., 10 CFR 50 Appendix B or equivalent) and their application to BWRX-300.
    • Welding and materials for nuclear pressure boundaries, including BWRX-300-relevant alloys and fabrication processes.
    • NDE methods, including advanced techniques and qualifications for limited-access BWRX-300 geometries.
    • Risk-informed ISI, aging management, and fitness-for-service in a nuclear context.
  • Familiarity with engineering design tools, document management, and (ideally) asset integrity/ISI management software.
  • Strong ownership mindset and ability to build a program from the design phase in a highly regulated and evolving BWRX-300 environment.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills; able to translate complex code, regulatory, and BWRX-300-specific requirements into practical specifications and procedures.
  • Proven ability to work across functions, organizations, and geographies, including external SMR vendors, EPCs, OEMs, and regulators.
  • Structured, detail-oriented, and comfortable with formal nuclear QA and configuration control processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a risk-informed decision-making approach.


For Canada:

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening.

This position requires access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energy's List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A, which includes Canada and can be found here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810) unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). More information can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810.

You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Canada.

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $146,200 and $196,200 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: Discretionary annual bonus

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $131,700.00 and $219,300.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 09, 2026.

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.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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