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Requisition Number: 21227
Company: Westinghouse Electric Co
Location:
Etna, PA, US, 15223
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
We are seeking a highly motivated, high-performing, and skilled Advanced Operations & Engineering Researcher to join our team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to support the development of advanced nuclear microreactors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in materials science and engineering and be currently pursuing a PhD in Nuclear Science and Engineering.
Preference will be given to candidates with military experience in nuclear operations, who possess a unique combination of engineering education, extensive research experience, and practical experience as an operator.
Duties And Responsibilities (in The Order Of Priority)
Knowledge & Skill Requirements and Years of Experience:
Educational Background
The following certifications will add value in this role (in order of relevance): - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) - Project Management (PMP)
Skills And Competencies
Westinghouse Electric Company Is The Global Nuclear Energy Industry’s First Choice For Safe, Clean, And Efficient Energy Solutions. We Enable Our Delivery Of This Vision By Living Our Value System
Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer:
Westinghoue is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Get Connected With Westinghouse On Social Media
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Employment opportunities may require access to information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.
Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh
Job Segment: Nuclear Engineering, R&D Engineer, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, Entry Level Engineer, Engineering, Management
Company: Westinghouse Electric Co
Location:
Etna, PA, US, 15223
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
We are seeking a highly motivated, high-performing, and skilled Advanced Operations & Engineering Researcher to join our team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to support the development of advanced nuclear microreactors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in materials science and engineering and be currently pursuing a PhD in Nuclear Science and Engineering.
Preference will be given to candidates with military experience in nuclear operations, who possess a unique combination of engineering education, extensive research experience, and practical experience as an operator.
Duties And Responsibilities (in The Order Of Priority)
- Assist in advanced nuclear microreactors design development and validation through direct support of design phase operations procedures development.
- Conduct research and analysis on reactor engineering and materials science.
- Develop and validate startup and autonomous controllers for reactor applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including human factors with simulators and system controllers.
- Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations.
- Develop, test, and implement first of a kind (FOAK) advanced nuclear microreactor testing, startup, and operations procedures using integrated systems simulation.
Knowledge & Skill Requirements and Years of Experience:
Educational Background
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline with advanced nuclear technology synergies.
- This role targets a high-performing advanced degree student, preferably pursuing a PhD, in a science or engineering specialization with aptitude and interests in research and development that will potentially shape the advanced nuclear microreactor engineering industry. Research Experience:
- Extensive research experience in nuclear reactor engineering advanced applications and discipline(s).
- Proven ability to perform testing and validations using advanced technological applications including advanced reactor simulators and assess human factors interactions with simulators and system controllers.
- Experience on research teams, contributing to significant projects and publications in the field.
- Experience with I&C systems logic design is a plus.
The following certifications will add value in this role (in order of relevance): - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) - Project Management (PMP)
Skills And Competencies
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, or a science discipline with a focus on advanced nuclear technology.
- Extensive research experience in advanced applications of nuclear reactor engineering.
- Proven ability to perform testing and validations using advanced technological applications, including reactor simulators, and assess human factors interactions with simulators and system controllers.
- Experience working on research teams, contributing to significant projects and publications in the field.
- Experience with instrumentation and control (I&C) systems logic design is a plus.
- Strong leadership, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
- Experience working in a challenging or dynamic environment of applied R&D, startup, or new product development is preferred, especially with relevance to testing and experiments.
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in computer programming/coding
Westinghouse Electric Company Is The Global Nuclear Energy Industry’s First Choice For Safe, Clean, And Efficient Energy Solutions. We Enable Our Delivery Of This Vision By Living Our Value System
- Safety and Quality
- Integrity and Trust
- Customer Focus and Innovation
- Speed and Passion to Win
- Teamwork and Accountability
Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacations and Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements
- Educational Reimbursement Program
- Employee Referral Program
Westinghoue is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Get Connected With Westinghouse On Social Media
Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn| YouTube
Employment opportunities may require access to information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.
Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh
Job Segment: Nuclear Engineering, R&D Engineer, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, Entry Level Engineer, Engineering, Management
