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Job description
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 Engineer - Safety Analysis with Westinghouse Fauske & Associates, Inc. (FAI), you will support calculations and support validation experiments to maintain nuclear safety performance engineering calculations and assessments for nuclear power plants, waste treatment and severe accident modeling. Severe accident modeling will include thermal-hydraulics modeling and analysis, heat and mass transfer radiological source term.
You will report to the Manager of Experimental & Accident Modeling / Safety Analysis, Risk Applications, and Licensing. You will work hybrid 2 days per week on-site at our office in Bur Ridge, IL.
Location Flexibility
While this role is based in Bur Ridge, we recognize that exceptional talent can come from anywhere. For highly qualified candidates, we are open to considering either remote work arrangements or relocation support, depending on individual circumstances and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Perform calculations and support validation experiments to maintain nuclear safety performance engineering calculations and assessments for nuclear power plants, waste treatment and severe accident modeling. Severe accident modeling will include thermal-hydraulics modeling and analysis, heat and mass transfer radiological source term.
Support thermal hydraulic analysis for system performance, water hammer, and other thermal hydraulic phenomena.
Support software development and implement mathematical models into a C++ codebase, Fortran, and Python.
Prepare documentation for evaluations.
Verify first of a kind evaluations.
Qualifications
BS Engineering (Nuclear, Chemical or Mechanical)
Minimum 6 plus years of applicable experience
Mathematical and modeling such as: Thermodynamics
Transport phenomena (momentum, heat, and mass)
Kinetics
Multi-phase flow modeling
Beneficial: Modular Accident Analysis Program (MAAP)
RELAP
PRA (Probabilistic Risk Assessments)
C++, Fortran, Visual Basic, MathCAD or Python
Source Control
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?
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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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