Job Description Summary
This position is responsible for leading the development and delivery of a multi-phased program for training commercial nuclear operators and technicians for a new generation of Nuclear Power stations.
The program will adopt a systematic approach to training and will include the following disciplines/roles; Human Performance Engineering, Curriculum Development, development and use of Advanced Simulation Products/Training Aids, Courseware development, Training and Education delivery and Trainee management.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Provide overall strategic direction and guidance related to nuclear regulatory compliance for a Systematic Approach to Training. Develop integrated training plan to support plant start-up and operations to include certified and non-certified Operator (Canada,) Technician, Engineering, Plant Services, and licensed and non-licensed Operator (US) training programs.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with key partners on the program.
- Develop strategy for resource needs for initial program development as well as long term strategic partnerships for continuing training programs.
- Technical direction for all phases of new training development.
- Develop innovative training approaches, including remote and virtual reality environments, in addition to a simulator-based training aspect to the certified operator training program.
- Supports customer activity related to development program activities, program review sessions with the customer associated with cost, schedule, and technical performance related to training program development.
- Embracement and practice of a Nuclear Culture of Safety.
- Advocate for nuclear training effectiveness.
- Ensure the training curriculum, instructional content, training equipment and training processes are in accordance with regulatory requirements, recognized nuclear standards, and best practices.
- Maintain the training program instructional and training effectiveness.
- Serve as a representative with nuclear industry organizations (e.g., COG, INPO, WANO, EPRI)
- Participate in the negotiation of contract, and contract changes, as well as memorandums of understanding and teaming/partnering arrangements.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or college
- At least 10 years of experience in BWR operations
- At least 5 years of experience as SRO
Eligibility Requirements:
- Required work location is at the GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy headquarters in Wilmington, NC
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 30%
Desired Qualifications:
- Previously qualified instructor at a BWR
- Considered senior authority in the discipline.
- Proven performance and broad experience within the Nuclear Power industry to include nuclear power generation.
- Possesses knowledge of relevant domestic and international nuclear power regulations, codes and standards to include their application in US and Canada.
- Experience in coordinating/implementing project plans.
- Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and presentation/ communication skills.
- Ability to confidently present materials to peers, customers and senior GEH leadership.
- Experience leading multi-disciplined teams through the development of courseware, education materials, software modules, and hardware elements in order to deliver a comprehensive training and accreditation environment.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 Vernova 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: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $123,700.00 and $206,100.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 07, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
