Westinghouse Electric Corporation

Principal Mechanical Engineer

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

Qualifications

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering (Masters preferred)
  • Mechanical PE license
  • Experience with nuclear, fossil, and cogen power plant designs
  • Experience in turbine island system design and integration
  • Significant technical leadership experience
  • 8+ years of relevant experience (6 with advanced degree)
  • US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Responsibilities

  • Lead integration of turbine generator and subsystems while resolving design and procurement issues.
  • Develop functional and qualification testing plans with testing organization.
  • Collaborate with project managers and subsystem leads to establish project schedules.
  • Coordinate diverse teams to execute complex technical projects, adhering to budget and timelines.
  • Identify technical issues and direct resolution efforts effectively.
  • Apply engineering rigor to solve loosely defined problems in the mechanical discipline.
  • Incorporate industry standards and codes into design activities related to turbine island.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical benefits, including dental and vision coverage
  • Wellness Programs and Employee Assistance support
  • 401(k) with Company Match contributions
  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
  • Flexible Work Arrangement opportunities
  • Educational Reimbursement and Career Growth Programs
  • Global Recognition and Service Programs for employee accomplishments
  • Employee Referral Program
Full Job Description
About the role:

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer you will lead others in the design and analyses of the AP1000 and AP300 power plants.

You will report to the Engineering Manager of AP1000 HVAC and BOP Fluid Systems and be located at our facility in Cranberry Township, PA -or- Rock Hill, SC. The position is hybrid, you will be on site 2 days per week.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Work with other component, system, and manufacturing leads on the integration of the turbine generator and related subsystems and work through emergent design, specification, and procurement issues.
  • Work with testing organization to develop plans for functional and qualification testing.
  • Work with project managers and subsystem/component leads to develop project schedules.
  • Lead complex technical projects, coordinating diverse teams to accomplish project goals while meeting established schedule and budget requirements.
  • Identify and define technical issues, risks and challenges, and direct efforts to successful resolution.
  • Bring engineering rigor to resolution of problems that are sometimes loosely- or only partially defined, requiring experience within given discipline.
  • Incorporate the use of industry, regulatory, or NRC/DOE/ASME codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the turbine island and interfaces with the nuclear island in design activities.
  • Provide technical guidance, direction, and collaborate with other personnel including partners such as national laboratories, sub-contractors, partners, suppliers, fabricators, and customers.


Qualifications:
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering (Masters preferred) (alternate degrees such as nuclear, aerospace, structural engineering, or materials science, etc. will be considered with component design experience)
  • Mechanical PE license
  • Significant experience with nuclear, fossil and/or cogen power plant turbine island systems and equipment and designs (preferred)
  • Experience in turbine island system and component level design and integration
  • Significant experience in a technical leadership role, as an individual contributor and leading a technical team in the development of design and resolution of complex technical issues.
  • Minimum of 8+ years of experience required or 6 with an advanced degree (10 plus years of applicable experience preferred).
  • US Citizen or Permanent Resident.


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.
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