Westinghouse Electric Corporation

Principal Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Corporation$103K — $129K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering or project management.
  • Familiarity with the commercial nuclear industry.
  • Global work experience is a preferred asset.
  • Strong business acumen and customer focus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead project management processes for moderate to high complexity projects.
  • Develop cost estimates and support customer negotiations.
  • Author project management plans and establish scope, schedule, and cost baselines.
  • Create design documentation including manufacturing drawings and specifications.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with team members and stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Identify and implement improvement opportunities for effective project delivery.
  • Support financial planning through accurate project spending forecasts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical benefits including dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Wellness programs with support services for employees and their families.
  • 401(k) plan with company match to assist in retirement savings.
  • Paid vacations and company holidays for work-life balance.
  • Flexible work arrangements to accommodate different lifestyle needs.
  • Educational reimbursement and career development programs.
  • Recognition programs to celebrate employee achievements.
Full Job Description
As a Principal Engineer on the Reactor Component Upgrades and Major Programs (RCUMP) team, you will be responsible for engineering support for all project management processes for moderate to high complexity projects or a portfolio of lower complexity projects, leading medium-sized teams (average 10-30 team members).

You will report to the Sr. Manager of Reactor Component Upgrades and be located at our Waltz Mill facility in Madison, PA.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support inputs for proposal process for upcoming opportunities, as assigned.
  • Support the development of cost estimates and offers for operating plants support and modifications. Support and/or drive customer negotiations.
  • Support all aspects of planning process including authoring project management plans and developing scope, schedule, and cost baselines as well as risk and stakeholder registers per Westinghouse Project Management Requirements (WPMR).
  • Development of design documentation for safety and non-safety related hardware and tooling ; this includes manufacturing drawings, functional and design specifications, as well as qualification reports.
  • Use interpersonal skills to cultivate positive relationships with team, customer, and other stakeholders (e.g., internal management) in a matrix environment to facilitate successful project completion as well as identify opportunities for additional business growth.
  • Identify, assess, and implement improvement or recovery opportunities that will promote successful project delivery.
  • Use and support Westinghouse project management systems and controls for various projects assuring senior management is provided up-to-date and accurate reports of each project status.
  • Use and support Westinghouse project management systems and controls for various projects assuring senior management is provided up-to-date and accurate reports of each project status.
  • Support financial planning through accurately forecasting spending on assigned projects.
  • A successful candidate will be highly motivated, willing to take ownership of challenges and customer focused.
  • Individuals with familiarity with the commercial nuclear industry, global work experience and business acumen are preferred.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree. Applicable disciplines are Engineering, Business, Construction Management or related technical discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience


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 $103,200.00 to $129,000.00.

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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


While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

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.
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