Principal Engineer, Probabilistic Risk Assessments

Westinghouse Electric Company

Principal Engineer in Risk Analysis handling PRAs for nuclear power systems. Evaluating vulnerabilities and leading global project teams in a remote capacity.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $103,200 - $129,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRA) for complex nuclear power plant systems; evaluating a plant's potential vulnerability to all risk and hazard types (i.e., seismic, fire, flooding, etc.).
Assessments may support both domestic and international operating plants, as well as new reactors still in the design phase.
Lead global project teams by contributing to technical scope execution in various roles (author, mentor, verifier), as well as meeting schedule and financial objectives.
Present technical topics and interface with global customers and regulatory bodies.
Support and identify strategic initiatives, develop product offerings, and pursue target product markets.
Mentor early-career engineers and lead initiatives for knowledge management and retention.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
10+ years professional experience with minimum 7 years of experience with PRA Model development applied to nuclear plants.
Advanced degree and/or Professional Engineer license considered a plus.
Knowledge of PWR reactor operations.
In addition to basic Risk and Hazard skills, you should have a knowledge of:
· Internal/External Hazards PRAs
Level 2 PRAs
Human Reliability Analysis (HRA)
Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)
Proficiency with PRA software (CAFTA, RiskSpectrum)
Peer Review experience preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Probabilistic Risk AssessmentsPRA Model developmentHuman Reliability AnalysisEmergency Operating ProceduresInternal Hazards PRAsExternal Hazards PRAsLevel 2 PRAsPWR reactor operations

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringtechnical communicationproject management

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in EngineeringProfessional Engineer license