Nuclear Senior Mechanical Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company - Rock Hill, SC

Full-time - Mid Level

Rock Hill, SC

5,001-10,000 employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Mechanical Engineer at Westinghouse Electric Company will work within the Operating Plants Mechanical Systems area, collaborating with a multi-discipline team to design, analyze, and evaluate systems for nuclear power plants and related projects. This role involves applying engineering principles and codes, resolving technical issues, and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring compliance with established budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Work with a multi-discipline team of engineers in the design, analysis, and evaluation of systems using engineering software.
• Apply engineering principles and engineering codes & standards, such as ASME and ANSI, to the design, analysis, and evaluation of systems.
• Resolve technical issues for operating nuclear power plants, new plants (e.g., AP1000, eVinci), and other nuclear projects.
• Develop calculations and reports to document design and analysis results in accordance with ASME Section III code requirements and other international codes.
• Interface with engineers in other disciplines such as electrical and civil/structural.
• Participate on project teams with internal and/or external representation.
• Participate in customer and vendor meetings to present technical materials and justification of services and product designs.
• Perform work within established scope, budgetary and schedule requirements.
• Identify and assist in the development of new business opportunities, as available.
• Lead complex problem solving and resolution.
• Mentor more junior engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) license; Professional Engineer license is a plus.
• 5 to 10 years of engineering experience.
• Power industry experience (e.g., nuclear power plant) is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Ability to work with multiple functions to coordinate the flow of information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in other languages is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness.
• Ability to work in an international team environment.
• Ability to travel for site visits, short-term, or long-term assignments.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional Engineer license
• Proficiency in other languages
• Experience in the power industry

Benefits

• 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