Nuclear Safety Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-13
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Quality Engineering
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 Nuclear Safety Engineer you will perform routine calculations under the mentorship of your manager or more senior engineers. Your manager may assign other responsibilities listed below on an as‑needed basis.
You will report to the Manager
- Nuclear Safety Services and be located at Burr Ridge and can work in a hybrid capacity.
- Perform engineering calculations related to nuclear safety, fluid flow, probability risk assessment, equipment qualification, heat and mass transfer
- Prepare appropriate documentation supporting evaluations and analyses
- Verify routine design evaluations and analyses performed by others, as qualified
- Interface on a limited basis with customers, vendors, and other teams on engineering level to obtain information necessary to perform work assignments
- Obtain results to routine technical problems
- Develop skills necessary to assume more independent assignments and support the strategic initiatives; identify and recommend improvements in processes on a continuing basis, support implementation, and help develop new business opportunities
- Plan and schedule own work to meet assignment requirements within schedule and budgetary requirements
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of assigned tasks
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical)
- 0-2 years experience
- Coding experience in one or more of the following areas is required:
Mathcad, C++, Fortran, and Visual Basic - Desired experience in dispersion modeling and severe accident modeling and analysis; also interest in thermal‑hydraulics modeling and analysis with RELAP, facility hazard modeling and analysis, equipment qualification, and laboratory experience with custom experiments
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 $58,400 to $73,000 per year.
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 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
- 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
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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