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Framatome GmbH

Principal Design Authority Engineer

Framatome GmbH, Lynchburg, Virginia, us, 24513


What You’ve Accomplished

You have completed a BS in Mechanical, Civil, Systems, Electrical or Nuclear Engineering. You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You have worked in an engineering role for at least 7 years and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values: https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/

You may have also acquired the following skills:

Experience working on advanced reactor designs (LWRs and non-LWRs)

Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques, and criteria for Systems Engineering with a focus on mechanical process systems design (new designs and/or existing plant modifications)

Strong problem identification and resolution skills, and a self-starter with ability and willingness to take charge and lead

Broad interdisciplinary knowledge/experience of existing commercial LWRs

Experience with NRC Staff/SCRS (e.g. presentations to regulatory authorities)

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people’s lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Principal Design Authority Engineer in Lynchburg, VA (remote work will also be considered), you will be part of the proven team in the Installed Base Business Unit. Your work will include:

Design integrity and technical risk management of the Framatome's Advanced Reactor techno-bricks.

Lead and/or contribute to multiple Advanced Reactor projects, as well as support activities to increase Framatome market share in the Advanced Reactors arena.

We are looking for ambitious individuals with strong technical knowledge, demonstrated leadership skills, unwavering commitment to safety and a penchant to "make it happen".

Develop and maintain requisite knowledge of Advanced Reactor designs and Framatome techno-bricks to perform the function of the Technical Conscience of the organization.

Lead and/or contribute to teams working on Advanced Reactor development and deployment projects

Lead and/or contribute to teams working on R&D activities to develop new products and services for Advanced Reactors

Support DOE advanced reactor initiatives and upgrade of DOE/DOD facilities to support their advanced reactor initiatives

Support Framatome technology risk management mission, by leading and/or participating in assigned technical risk management activities

This position requires up to 25% travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.

See how the Installed Base Business Unit contributes to this future: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/services-and-maintenance/

Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $110,000 - $149,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy’s Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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