Lead Engineer – Stability Analysis
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on784, South 3rd Street, Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, 28401, United States
As a contributing member of the LOCA, Containment & Stability Analysis Team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and reliability of Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) plants worldwide. The team supports both currently operating facilities and next-generation designs, including BWRX and Natrium, by delivering critical safety analyses for plant thermal-hydraulic stability, plant noise, and Power Range Neutron Monitor (PRNM) stability interfaces. Our mission is to provide optimum customer solutions through cross-disciplinary collaboration, bridging mechanical design, core design, and licensing to drive innovation in nuclear energy.
In this position, you will engage in a dynamic day-to-day environment where technical expertise meets practical application. You will perform complex safety analyses and fuel project tasks, including reload analyses and the implementation of stability methods for new fuel designs. Beyond technical execution, the role involves mentoring team members, developing training courses for internal and external audiences, and leading process improvements to enhance speed and efficiency. You will serve as a key liaison, presenting technical data to internal and external stakeholders while ensuring all work adheres to strict regulatory rules, customer requirements, and business quality assurance standards.
Candidates for this role must be eligible to access U.S. export-controlled information; final offers are contingent upon obtaining the necessary authorization from the U.S. Government. The preferred work location is at the GE Vernova Headquarters in Wilmington, NC. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. The application process includes a review of qualifications, followed by interviews to assess technical depth and cultural fit. Successful candidates will undergo a drug screen as a condition of employment.
GE Vernova is committed to fostering a great work environment characterized by professional development and challenging careers. We value integrity, honesty, and the ability to energize others. Our culture encourages open, candid, and clear communication, seeking simple solutions to complex problems while maintaining a tenacious focus on delivering on commitments. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions 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.
Work model: On-site
784, South 3rd Street, Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, 28401, United States
Wilmington, North Carolina
Experience in BWR Plant T-H Stability analyses & methods, including plant noise analyses, PRNM stability interface, stability setpoints methodology, and frequency and time domain methodologies; M.S. Degree in Nuclear Engineering with experience in T-H modeling as applied to nuclear reactor systems; Experience with BWR technology and BWR Stability analysis to support applicable regulatory requirements; Knowledge of plant operational support in the Stability area; Knowledge of reactor licensing requirements; Experience with BWR simulator and use of 3-D neutron kinetics (e.g., PANAC); Experience with BWR/PWR T-H systems codes such as TRACG, RELAP, & TRACE; Experience with Best Estimate and CSAU applications; Programming experience such as C#, FORTRAN, or PYTHON; Demonstrated high energy and the ability to energize others; Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity; Ability to work easily and communicate effectively within a team environment; Seeks simple solutions to complex problems; Detail oriented and accountable for completion of work and assignments; Ability to clearly and confidently communicate based on deep understanding; Open, candid, clear, and consistent communication style; Legacy of delivering on commitments; Tenacious with a proven track record of overcoming obstacles and achieving stretch targets.
Skills: Plant Thermal-Hydraulic Stability Analyses, Plant Noise Analyses, PRNM Stability Interface, Two-Phase Thermal Hydraulic Analysis Techniques, Stability Methods, New Fuel Design, Safety Analysis, BWR Plant T-H Stability Analyses, Stability Setpoints Methodology, Frequency And Time Domain Methodologies.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline required; M.S. Degree in Nuclear Engineering preferred.
