Nuclear Engineering – Direct Hire

Job Description Summary

Job Description

What impact you’ll make

The need for clean energy is greater than ever. At GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) 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.

We have openings for the following entry level engineering positions:

• Nuclear Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer
• Systems Engineer
• Civil/Structural Engineer
• Computer Science/Software Engineer

What you'll do as a

• Nuclear Engineer: Work within an energetic team environment to perform analyses to support a variety of applications including BWR reload analysis, power uprate and new power plant analyses. Learn the fundamental bases of nuclear power plant operations and safety analysis by applying state-of-the-art thermal hydraulics methods to satisfy licensing requirements and solve real day-to-day plant problems. Work directly with customers through training, deliverables, and collaboration. Create and/or improve cutting-edge automation and methods. The individual may lead a variety of projects including technical evaluations and analyses in the area of plant transients, thermal hydraulics, stability, radiological, LOCA, reload analysis, and more (varies by specific team).
• Mechanical Engineer: Work on component design or analysis to support new reactor/equipment development and existing fleet support. Mechanical Engineers may create and develop design concepts, provide procurement support, perform mechanical analysis such as FEA, and generate drawings, CAD models, specifications, and design basis documentation as required. Component design work must be performed as governed by ASME Section III codes and standards. Individual must also perform independent verification of design work ensuring strict procedure adherence.
• I&C Engineer: Work with a team which may be responsible for Plant Electrical Design, I&C Systems design, I&C Hardware design, and/or I&C Software design. Deliver high-quality engineering software and/or prepare design specifications, electronic designs (including PLD/FPGA designs), perform simulation/module testing, and integration testing of the design (varies by specific team).
• Systems Engineer: Work with various engineering teams, project/product stakeholders, partner organizations and suppliers to successfully deliver a new plants project as well as support existing fleets. Be part of a team working on integrating and coordinating multi-discipline activities to support the safe and economically superior reactor designs by employing a balance of cutting edge and proven technologies.
• Civil/Structural Engineer: Support civil systems design and equipment construction activities, including responding to supplier questions and evaluating deviation requests. Execute assigned civil and structural engineering work in line with project budgets, schedules, and quality expectations.
• Computer Science/Software Engineer: Support the design and release of engineering support software/systems and process improvements as related to engineering software development and lab infrastructure. Work with team members to develop revisions to testing systems, infrastructure and processes. Automate software build testing and deployment.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline as listed below:
• Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Material Science, Controls, Civil/Structural, Computer, Computer Science Engineering, Industrial.

What will make you stand out

• ASME Code experience
• Experience with BWR or other nuclear plant systems
• Experience or interest in the Engineering disciplines related to the open positions in this job description.
• Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity
• Demonstrated strong personal commitment and determination
• Detail oriented and accountable for results
• Systems thinking mindset
• Strong drive for continuous improvement
• Demonstrated desire to advance nuclear power generation
• Strong problem-solving, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills

Other Eligibility Requirements

• Must be willing to work in Markham, Ontario, Canada. Remote considered on a case-by-case basis.
• For Canada: GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening.
• This position requires access to and/or use of information subject to control under the United States Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810) and the Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774) (collectively, "U.S. Export Control Laws").  Therefore, the applicant must be able to be authorized to access and/or use such information under U.S. Export Control Laws.

This position requires access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A, which includes Canada and can be found here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810) unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). More information can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810.

You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Canada.

Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between 69k-101k CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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