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Sr Nuclear Design Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company
401(k), remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Cranberry Township
1000 Westinghouse Drive (Show on map)
Aug 25, 2025

Senior Nuclear Design Engineer



Westinghouse Electric Company
Cranberry, PA

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:

As a Senior Nuclear Design Engineer, you will perform standard and non-standard reload analysis work for US and international customers, following and understanding approved methodologies, procedures, and internal processes with focus on nuclear safety to produce error free work.

This position is located at Westinghouse Headquarters in Cranberry Township, PA with a hybrid work arrangement. Remote work for a well qualifed candidate is available. Relocation to the Pittsburgh area a possibility. You will report to the Director, US BWR Engineering.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsibilities include the development and optimization of safe, economic bundle and core designs, development of cycle operation techniques and simulation of transient events for establishing reactor operating limits.
  • Perform engineering design and analysis and propose solutions to complex problems that are not well defined.
  • Coordinate and integrate complex technical projects that encompass multiple areas, achieve established budget and schedule requirements.
  • Communicate with customers and multi-functional project teams. Be an expert knowledge resource of specific engineering discipline.
  • Develop and deliver presentations to communicate status, problem resolution or promote related business products.
  • Support development of new methods and processes for implementing technical requirements.
  • Prepare technical documents for associated licensing approvals and provide expertise and consultation to technical panels, reviews, committees, regulators, customers, and partners on Nuclear Design related topics.
  • Support and provide technical leadership for special projects such as developing new fuel designs and operating strategies, improving modeling and analysis techniques, implementing calculation automation, and supporting solutions to emergent customer issues.



Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related Discipline or recognized equivalent required.
  • 4 years' experience
  • Experience working with customers.



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.



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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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