Lead Engineer – Nuclear Deterministic Safety Analysis

GE Vernova

Lead Engineer responsible for Nuclear Deterministic Safety Analysis supporting BWRX-300 applications. Delivering high-quality safety evaluations and leading technical projects in a collaborative environment.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,600 - $164,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in thermal hydraulic evaluations and analyses, particularly in BWR systems, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and delivering high-quality technical documentation. Proficient in programming and simulation tools relevant to nuclear engineering and capable of presenting complex technical issues effectively.

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BWR Core SimulationThermal-Hydraulic Systems CodesNuclear Engineering PrinciplesTechnical Report PreparationRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Thermal Hydraulic AnalysisTwo-Phase Thermal Hydraulic TechniquesBWR Stability AnalysisEngineering Work PlanningBest Estimate Methodology DevelopmentContainment Codes (GOTHIC)Programming (C#, FORTRAN, PYTHON)BWR/PWR T-H Systems Codes (TRACG, RELAP, TRACE)Technical VerificationMechanical Design Knowledge

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingPresentation SkillsCustomer Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Senior Reactor Operator CertificationMaster's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Nuclear ExperienceRegulatory Agency GuidelinesAnticipated Operational OccurrencesFire Safe ShutdownHELBAnnulus Pressurization LoadsRIPD AnalysesIntegrated Plant ResponseNuclear PhysicsQuality Assurance Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a variety of projects including technical evaluations and analyses in the area of Anticipated Operational Occurrences, Anticipated Transients without Scram, Reactor Heat Balance, and Thermal Hydraulic Fuel Channel Analyses
Perform plant thermal hydraulic evaluations and analyses in the areas of Containment, HELB, Fire Safe Shutdown, Annulus Pressurization Loads, and RIPD analyses
Perform plant thermal hydraulic evaluations and analyses in the areas of BWR stability
Deliver products at a consistently high and sustainable level in accordance with customer requirements, business procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines
Utilize unique opportunities to create and/or improve cutting-edge automation and methods
Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, and calculations
Perform technical verification of engineering technical deliverables
Prepare, communicate, and present complex technical issues to internal and external customers and recommend solutions
Perform in cross-disciplinary settings, engaged with interfacing teams responsible for mechanical design, core design, licensing, systems design, or other affiliated organizations to find optimum customer solutions
Ensure work is performed with high quality in accordance with regulatory rules and regulations, customer requirements, and business quality assurance standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. Degree in Engineering Discipline (Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or similar)
At least 5 years of relevant nuclear experience
Eligibility to access U.S. export-controlled information
Master's degree in engineering; or Senior Reactor Operator Certification (preferred)
Experience with BWR core simulation and thermal-hydraulic systems codes
Knowledge of BWR Systems and integrated plant response
Knowledge of the fundamental principles of nuclear engineering such as nuclear physics, thermal hydraulics, and mechanical design, as applied to BWR
Experience in two-phase thermal hydraulic analysis techniques
Experience with standard engineering work planning and design process techniques
Knowledge of reactor licensing requirements
Experience with BWR/PWR T-H systems codes such as TRACG, RELAP & TRACE
Experience in Best Estimate methodology development (e.g., TRACG)
Experience with Containment codes such as GOTHIC
Experience with Best Estimate and CSAU applications
Programming experience such as C#, FORTRAN, or PYTHON

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off