Lead Design Specialist- Plant Layout and Program Integration (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

GE Vernova • Wilmington, NC

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Plant Layout and Program Integration team is a cross-functional engineering discipline responsible for providing leadership, direction, and oversight of a technical team of engineers and designers responsible for the systems, structures & components design layout of the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Nuclear Island, Turbine Island and Balance of Plant into the 3D BIM Model. Perform conceptual design, including layouts, arrangements and construction drawings for the development and detailed design of complete systems, complex mechanisms, or assemblies. Original design activity will require full knowledge of design principles, drafting procedures and manufacturing capabilities. Provide Design, Drafting and Detailing support for the preparation of documentation for various mechanical engineering and tooling projects. Perform conceptual design, including layouts, arrangements and construction drawings for the development and detailed design of complete systems, complex mechanisms, or assemblies. Original design activity will require full knowledge of design principles, drafting procedures and manufacturing capabilities. Provide Design, Drafting and Detailing support for the preparation of documentation for various mechanical engineering and tooling projects.

Requirements

• Associate’s in engineering, designing or closely related field or 8+ years of experience designing and drafting in heavy industrial, thermal power, or nuclear industry or similar industries.
• 6 years of experience using design tools such as Autodesk (Inventor / AutoCAD / Vault) or equivalent CAD software.
• Eligibility Requirements The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but qualified remote candidates will be considered.
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Nice To Haves

• Inventor / AutoCAD / Autodesk Plant 3D / Revit / Vault experience in mechanical background.
• Advanced mechanical/mechanism design experience.
• Ability to create drafting details from 2D, and 3D AutoCAD, and Parametric Solid Inventor data bases.
• Functional knowledge of ASME/ANSI 14.5M, geometric tolerancing and other drafting standards.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, fits, and fundamental principles of design.
• Experience interfacing with machine and fabrication shops, and parts procurement and testing.
• Experience with assembly, testing and preparation of associated procedures a plus.
• Able and willing to take ownership and responsibility for actions, and results.
• Proven track record of delivering on commitments, producing quality product within schedule in a fast paced and matrixed environment with multiple assignments and priorities.
• Adaptive, able to quickly learn diverse and varying organizational interfaces with professional astuteness and agility.
• Experience using communication tools and Office Suites of tools (i.e. Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• #LI-BB1 #LI-Remote This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and leadership on optimized layout & arrangement of Mechanical Plant Systems and Components within the Turbine Island (TI) and Balance of Plant (BOP), including arrangement of BWR Turbine Generator Equipment, Condenser and Radwaste Systems.
• Evaluate plant layout equipment & components for adequate accessibility for maintenance and inspection, including allocation of pull out and lay down space.
• Support potential new NPP customers with Power Block Plot Plan, including layout of interconnections with Switchyard, Service Water & Closed Cooling Water Systems.
• Interface with Plant & System Design teams to establish design requirements into the Plant Layout & 3D BIM Model.
• Perform reviews of Plant & System Level design documents to ensure 3D Model implementation of design criteria & requirements, including reviews of system design specifications, equipment design & sizing, piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs), logic diagrams, process flow calculations and diagrams, etc.
• Plan, develop and drive technical initiatives and processes to populate the 3D Model with preliminary design information that alleviates potential future fabrication and construction non-conformances.
• Sharing knowledge in best practices of drafting techniques and 3D parametric modeling as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements.
• Explains information for developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within a field.
• Have effective communication skills within a teaming environment.

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
• GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree