Core Design Engineer
Framatome

Job Info

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What You've Accomplished

You have completed a BS in Nuclear Engineering or related degree. You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You have worked in an engineering role for at least 3 years and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values: https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/

You have a demonstrated PWR or BWR core design and/or analysis experience. You have experience in computer model development and application (e.g., MCNP, SCALE, CASMO, SIMULATE, or other nuclear industry analysis code). You display positive and effective team interaction skills and value positive peer relationships. You place a priority on leadership and initiative and can be counted on to maintain focus on customer requirements. You have the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments and execute them on-time with quality. You have developed effective written and oral communication skills.

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people's lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Core Design Engineer in Lynchburg, VA, or Richland, WA (remote work options may be considered), you will be part of the proven team in the Core Design and Safety Analysis Business Line in the Fuel Business Unit. Your work will include neutronic design and analyses of nuclear fuel for commercial power plants and R&D, using the latest codes and methods for nuclear applications, developing economic core designs to optimize fuel usage and within defined safety parameters. These analyses involve the use of engineering computer codes and employ both empirical and first principal methods, lead reload licensing activities and possibly first-of-a-kind licensing activities to advance fuel management techniques, use optimization tools and automation to streamline the analyses, participation in and support interfaces with customer and regulatory authorities to obtain regulatory approval of the Framatome reactor core design, codes, and methods, and preparing and review design reports, safety analyses, calculation files, and associated records. This position requires occasional travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.

See how the Fuel Business Unit contributes to this future: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/design-and-fuel-manufacturing/

Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/

Discover Richland: https://discoverrichland.com/advantages/

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $82,000 - $111,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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