Pump & Motor Mechanical and Vibration Engineer

What You’ve Accomplished

You have completed a BS in Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering degree. You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You have worked in an engineering role for at least 5 years and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values: https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/

You may have also acquired the following skills:

• As a minimum Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline with substantial coursework in vibration theory. Master’s degree preferred. Experience in vibration analysis, signal analysis, and/or balancing are pluses. 10 years of industry experience (Nuclear Experience is a plus)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong attention to details and problem-solving skills
• Teamwork and action oriented
• Hands-on experience on any type of electrical machinery refurbishment

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people’s lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Mechanical and Vibration Engineer in Lynchburg, VA, you will be part of the proven team in the Pump and Motor Service Center Business Line in the Installed Base Business Unit. PMSC engineering is responsible for generating of all documentation required to refurbish customer contaminated equipment, in particular pumps and motors. PMSC engineering also support the Field Services organization while they are deployed to Nuclear Power Plants, as well as customers should they have any question or issue needing resolution. This position has 2 primary functions:

• Leading component (large electric motors and / or associated pumps) refurbishment projects as the Project engineer.
  • This includes reviewing customer specifications, writing documentation package to support component refurbishments, generating reports, assessing equipment health, interfacing with customers, traveling to vendors for technical surveillance and manufacturing / testing witness, resolving technical issues through the Framatome Corrective Action Program, support site outages and field services teams.
• Balancing, vibration analysis, and diagnostics of equipment under refurbishment in the PMSC as well as at the commissioning of the equipment for service at operating nuclear power plants.
  • Typical scope includes trim balancing of motors during testing at PMSC, field balancing of operating pumps at power plants, diagnosis of abnormal vibration conditions for in-service equipment. Field balancing often requires travel to power plants, usually for about a week.

This position requires up to 25% travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.

See how the Installed Base Business Unit contributes to this future: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/services-and-maintenance/

Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/

Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen (as applicable).

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $97,000 - $131,000 and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy’s Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix A to Part 810

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.