Job Description Summary
The need for clean energy is greater than ever. At GE Hitachi we are helping address climate change by designing technology to power our future with reliable, affordable, carbon-free energy. We are a world leader in advanced reactor technology, fuel and services. Join us as we build our legacy, boldly innovating to provide carbon-free power to the world.
We are a diverse and dedicated global team who believes in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected, and that they belong. By embracing diverse teams and perspectives, we are better equipped to build a world that works.
The Technical Leader – Dose & Dispersion will be responsible for providing and leading the radiological engineering function within Core & Fuels Engineering to support fuels, services, new plants, and other products within GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy. The Technical Leader will be responsible to lead a group of engineers to perform applicable dose consequence and dispersion analyses within the nuclear, radiological, and safety analysis engineering function. In particular, the Technical Leader will plan, assign and manage resources for the team performing source term, decay heat, dose and dispersion analyses and other nuclear safety analyses supporting GEH’s next generation of Light Water Reactor (LWR) the BWRX-300, next generation reactor designs (GEN 4) and products, designs and services related to servicing our existing fleets & fuel.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
The Dose & Dispersion team is responsible for the assessment of on and offsite dose consequences and dispersion. This includes the development of core, coolant, fuel pool, and system source terms, as well as considerations for keeping worker doses As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and protection of the public.
As the Technical Leader you will:
Provide technical leadership for the team
Be responsible for team resource planning and assignments
Perform manager review and approval of engineering technical deliverables for GEH/GNF customers
Partner with business teams to provide work planning, scheduling, risks and technical support for customer deliverables
Work within a team environment and have accountability for delivering products and services on-time and on-budget
Interface with internal and external customers, suppliers, partners, licensing, and regulatory authorities on technical issues
Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities
Mentor in area of expertise to less experienced engineers
Be responsible for oversight of the product technology decisions and provide timely communications on significant issues or developments
Work across engineering teams to assure effective interdisciplinary design interfaces are established and maintained, resolve interdisciplinary issues, plan/support independent design reviews
Perform work in compliance with NRC regulated policies and procedures
Meet customer commitments and drive continuous improvement
Basic Qualifications:
B.S. Degree in engineering, physics, or closely related science discipline from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 7 years of experience in nuclear radiological analysis, nuclear safety analysis and methods, or nuclear fuel, core, or plant design
Eligibility Requirements
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time as required.
The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered.
Desired Qualifications:
M.S. or Ph.D in Nuclear Engineering or closely related discipline from an accredited college or university
Experience with Primavera or equivalent planning tool
Experience with BWR technology and sodium fast reactor technology
Knowledge of plant operational support
Knowledge of reactor licensing requirements
Experience with ORIGN, RADTRAD, GALE, MCNP, SCALE
Object-oriented programming experience such as Java, C#, C+The salary range for this position is $108K - $150K. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.
Available health and welfare benefits include healthcare, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; savings account options (such as a Health Care Flexible Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account); and an employee assistance program. Additional benefits include a defined contribution 401(k) plan, employee life insurance, optional dependent life insurance, employee accidental death or dismemberment insurance coverage, salary continuance program benefits for disability, optional long-term disability, pre-tax transportation/commuter program, paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, a layoff plan for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement program, use of Cariloop, adoption assistance, optional identity theft prevention insurance, optional personal legal assistance, and optional personal excess liability insurance.
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This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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