Westinghouse Electric Company

Director – Advanced Reactor Technology

Westinghouse Electric Company

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Cranberry Township • Pennsylvania • United States

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Salary

💰 $162,000 - $202,500 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Develop the vision, strategy, and technical roadmap for Westinghouse's advanced reactor technologies.
  • Provide leadership and integration across multiple advanced reactor programs, ensuring cooperation and efficiency in design, R&D, licensing, and commercialization.
  • Partner with the CTO and executive leadership to prioritize technology investments, innovation pathways, and partnerships supporting corporate growth and sustainability goals.
  • Guide the evolution of advanced reactor architectures to support both domestic and international market demands.
  • Oversee program execution for eVinci™, driving progress from prototype through deployment and commercialization.
  • Provide strategic oversight of AP300® design, licensing, and delivery readiness to achieve early market deployment.
  • Lead licensing projects to accelerate regulatory pathways for advanced and non-traditional reactor designs.
  • Advance Generation IV and future nuclear technology concepts through collaboration with global R&D partners, labs, and new ideas.
  • Champion development in areas such as advanced materials, fuels, digital controls, and modular manufacturing.
  • Direct internal R&D efforts and partnerships that strengthen Westinghouse's intellectual property and competitive position.
  • Evaluate latest technologies and policy trends to inform strategic decisions on future-generation nuclear systems.
  • Represent Westinghouse's advanced reactor portfolio in external forums with the DOE, NRC, IAEA, research institutions, and global industry partners.
  • Strengthen collaborative relationships to expand market opportunities, research funding, and policy influence.
  • Communicate program vision and milestones to senior executives, customers, and public partners, enhancing Westinghouse's leadership reputation in nuclear innovation.
  • Develop, and inspire a diverse team of engineers, scientists, and program managers.
  • Ensure succession planning and team capability development to sustain long-term growth and leadership capacity.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline; Ph.D.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in nuclear technology development, licensing, or advanced reactor programs.
  • Record leading complex, multi-year technology or R&D programs within the nuclear energy industry.
  • Understanding of NRC regulatory processes, international licensing frameworks, and reactor design principles.
  • Experience with small modular or microreactor technologies.
  • Background in digital engineering, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), or AI integration in design and operations.
  • Recognized expert in advanced nuclear technologies and future energy systems.
Benefits
  • 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

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
nuclear engineeringmechanical engineeringadvanced reactor technologiestechnology developmentlicensingdigital engineeringmodel-based systems engineeringAI integrationadvanced materialsmodular manufacturing
Soft skills
leadershipstrategic oversightcollaborationcommunicationteam developmentinspirationrelationship buildingvision developmentsuccession planningorganizational efficiency
Certifications
Ph.D.