Senior Engineer, Probabilistic Risk Assessments - Remote Based
At a glance
Senior role at Westinghouse Electric Company. Remote, United States · $85,200–$106,500 base.
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What you'll do
- Evaluate nuclear plant systems for exposure to seismic, fire, flooding and other hazards through probabilistic risk assessments
- Contribute as an author, mentor or verifier on global project teams, keeping technical work aligned with schedule and financial goals
- Explain technical findings to customers and regulatory bodies around the world
- Help shape strategic initiatives and product offerings, and identify markets to pursue
- Coach early-career engineers in probabilistic risk assessment fundamentals
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in engineering
- At least five years developing probabilistic risk models for nuclear plants
- Knowledge of PWR operations and risk analysis covering hazards, Level 2 assessments, human reliability and emergency procedures
- Working familiarity with CAFTA, RiskSpectrum or another listed PRA software tool
Who this fits
This senior role suits an engineer with nuclear plant risk-modeling experience who can contribute technical work and mentor junior colleagues. It is a US-based remote position, with project work that may involve domestic and international plants and global customers.
From the employer
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.
About the role:
If this sounds like an environment you would excel in, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer in our Risk Analysis team. This is a US-based remote opportunity.
You will report to the Senior Manager, Risk Analysis and this will be a remote based role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRA) for complex nuclear power plant systems; evaluating a plant's potential vulnerability to all risk and hazard types (i.e., seismic, fire, flooding, etc.). Assessments may support both domestic and international operating plants, as well as new reactors still in the design phase.
- Lead and support global project teams by contributing to technical scope execution in various roles (author, mentor, verifier), as well as meeting schedule and financial objectives.
- Present technical topics and interface with global customers and regulatory bodies.
- Support and identify strategic initiatives, develop product offerings, and pursue target product markets.
- Mentor early-career engineers on PRA fundamentals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
- Minimum 5 years of experience with PRA Model development applied to nuclear plants required.
- Advanced degree, Professional Engineer, or EIT license considered a plus.
- Knowledge of PWR reactor operations.
- In addition to basic Risk and Hazard skills, you should have a knowledge of:
- Internal/External Hazards PRAs
- Level 2 PRAs
- Human Reliability Analysis (HRA)
- Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)
- Working knowledge of PRA software (CAFTA, RiskSpectrum)
- Peer Review experience considered a plus.
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 $85,200 to $106,500 per year.
Why Westinghouse?
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
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
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.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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