Controls Engineering Lead

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Lead Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, you will be a member of a multidisciplinary team modifying existing equipment and installing new process equipment. You will be responsible for leading projects, mentoring team members, leading project teams, supporting installations of automation upgrade at site and testing of equipment.

You will report to the GOS Manager and be located at the Warrendale, PA facility in a hybrid role. Relocation is available within the United States.

Key Responsibilities:

• The NSSS Control System designer develops and maintains the control system design for each project. A detailed list of the roles/responsibilities for this position are provided below:
  • Lead instrument and control upgrades for power generation facilities
  • Develop the project specific simulation model (i.e., ACSL/Matlab).
  • Perform project specific design analyses with the simulation model.
  • Lead Pre-SWIL & SWIL activities to support Software Implementation, including working with the project hardware/software WEC team members.
  • Understand and lead interfaces with Safety Analysis, Licensing, Setpoint Uncertainties, Fluid Systems, Nuclear Operations, Plant Operations, Plant Systems, Plant Licensing, and Plant Reactor Engineering.
  • Work directly with our customers during project execution as the functional design lead.
  • Support the project through Simulator FAT, Hardware FAT, and System Installation.
  • Support innovation projects to help reduce barriers for team to perform, and reduce costs
  • Provide support for emergent issues for operating plants with digital upgrade systems (i.e., walk-in work).
  • Provide initial plant startup and upgrade project support for NSSS control system
  • Technical mentoring of the team members and next NSSS control system functional designers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
• Emerson Ovation Experience preferred. Otherwise, 10+ years of similar controls or automation background required.
• Prior onsite plant experience in plant startup, plant operation, and plant testing.
• Experience with computer simulations based on first principals and using codes such as Matlab, LOFTRAN, RETRAN, Advanced Continuous Simulation Language (ACSL), or other simulation codes.
• Interest/passion in control system design, simulation models, and I&C design.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $116,000 - $146,000 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.