GE Vernova

Thermal Hydraulics Engineer- LOCA and Containment

GE Vernova • $69K — $120K *
Wilmington, NC 28403In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (nuclear or chemical) from an accredited institution.
  • Experience in thermal hydraulic modeling for nuclear reactor systems.
  • Familiarity with NRC policies and regulations, specifically 10 CFR 50.46.
  • Proficient in thermodynamics and hydraulics of BWR systems.
  • Programming skills in languages like C#, FORTRAN, or PYTHON.

Responsibilities

  • Perform safety analyses for Emergency Core Cooling Systems in BWR plants.
  • Ensure compliance with NRC regulations and Quality Assurance standards.
  • Engage in process improvement and New Product Introduction initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams for optimal solutions.
  • Analyze hydrodynamic loads and containment responses in accidents.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with 3 days onsite at headquarters.
  • Relocation assistance for new hires.
  • Opportunities for involvement in innovative projects.
  • Training and development initiatives for skill enhancement.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
As a contributing member of the LCA team, perform thermal hydraulic safety analyses for BWR plants, including currently operating BWR plants as well as new plants (ABWR and BWRX) operating or planned worldwide.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities :
As a Thermal Hydraulics Engineer- LOCA and Containment, you will:
  • Perform technical evaluations and analyses in the area of Emergency Core Cooling System Loss of Coolant Accidents, containment response and impact, hydrodynamic and pressurization loads, fuel performance, with general expertise in two-phase thermal hydraulic analysis techniques
  • Ensure work is in compliance with NRC regulated policies and procedures, as well as Quality Assurance standards.
  • Participate in Company initiatives, including process improvement and New Product Introduction opportunities
  • Participate in team process improvement/ automation initiatives
  • Perform in cross-disciplinary settings, engaged with interfacing teams responsible for mechanical design, core design, licensing, systems design or other affiliated organizations to find optimum customer solutions


Qualifications/Requirements :
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (nuclear, chemical or similar) from an accredited college or university


Eligibility Requirements:
  • Hybrid Role: This role requires onsite work 3 days/week at GVH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC. Relocation assistance provided
  • 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.


Desired Characteristics :
  • Experience in thermal hydraulic modeling as applied to nuclear reactor systems
  • Progress toward completion of Engineering Master's degree
  • Edison Engineering Program
  • M.S. in engineering discipline from an accredited college or university with experience in thermal hydraulic modeling as applied to nuclear reactor systems
  • Experience with BWRs
  • Experience with 10 CFR 50.46 regulations
  • Experience with best estimate and CSAU applications
  • Experience with T/H systems codes such as TRACG, TRACE, RELAP, or RETRAN
  • Experience with programming (C#, FORTRAN, PYTHON)
  • Decisiveness and the ability to make decisions with speed and accuracy based on the best available information
  • Anticipate customer needs and ensure that they are met; measures processes and performance through the customer's eyes
  • Team Player, building connections with the team through personal involvement and trust
  • Seek simple solutions to complex problems
  • Takes responsibility for the highest degree of integrity in decisions, actions, and results
  • Communicates in an open, candid, clear and consistent manner
  • Detail oriented, able to prioritize work, and accountable for completion of work and assignments
  • "Can do" attitude, ability to find better ways to complete activities, open to change, and responsive to other's technical viewpoints


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.

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