Westinghouse Electric Corporation

Principal Electrical Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Corporation$103K — $129K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 10 or more years of relevant experience
  • Expertise in main power systems, relaying, and power systems
  • Engineering design and analysis experience
  • Experience with ETAP and AutoCAD

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for main power systems and equipment
  • Perform engineering design for nuclear products and projects, focusing on electrical systems and wiring
  • Utilize software packages such as ETAP to optimize designs
  • Lead the development of strategies for advanced main power and electrical systems
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams to gather necessary information for work assignments
  • Plan and schedule engineering tasks to meet project requirements
  • Select appropriate standards and criteria for engineering design documentation
  • Mentor junior engineers in instrumentation, controls, and electrical disciplines
  • Ensure adherence to safety, electrical codes, and regulatory standards

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical benefits including dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • Wellness Programs for health maintenance, including Employee Assistance Program resources
  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions
  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
  • Flexible Work Arrangements for improved work-life balance
  • Educational Reimbursement and Career Development programs
  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to honor employee achievements
  • Employee Referral Program incentives
Full Job Description
About the role:

As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, optimization, and reliability of main power systems and equipment. You will provide strategic direction, advanced engineering expertise, and leadership in improving plant performance, safety, and operational efficiency.

You will report to the Manager of Main Power Systems and Equipment - Electrical Engineering. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending remote flexibility with regular on-site collaboration at either our Cranberry Township, PA office or Rock Hill, SC office

Key Responsibilities:
  • Be a SME for main power systems and equipment
  • Engineering design for nuclear products and projects including electrical system design and system wiring
  • Use software packages such as ETAP.
  • Lead development of advanced main power and electrical system strategies.
  • Work with internal groups on similar engineering levels to obtain information necessary to perform work assignments
  • Plan and schedule work to meet assignment requirements.
  • Use appropriate standards, techniques, procedures and criteria for development of engineering design documents including calculations and specifications.
  • Mentor junior engineers across instrumentation, controls, and electrical disciplines
  • Ensure compliance with safety, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 10 or more years of relevant experience
  • Expertise in main power systems, relaying, and power systems
  • Engineering design and analysis experience
  • Experience with ETAP and AutoCAD


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.

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Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
  • 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


About Westinghouse Electric Corporation

Westinghouse Electric Corporation is an American manufacturing company that provides services to various industries, including nuclear power, renewable energy, oil and gas, and defense. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Westinghouse Electric Corporation is a subsidiary of Brookfield Business Partners, a Canadian private equity firm. The company has a long history of innovation and has been involved in many significant projects, including the construction of the first nuclear power plant in the United States. Today, Westinghouse Electric Corporation is a leading provider of nuclear power technology and services, with a global presence in over 20 countries.
Learn more about Westinghouse Electric Corporation
Size
90,000 employees
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Founded
1884

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