Senior I&C Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC • Warrendale, OR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

As a Senior I&C Engineer on our Setpoints and Control Systems team, you will support a broad range of Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) engineering activities. This will include control systems design and analysis, NSSS Design Transients development, Low‑Temperature Overpressure Protection System (LTOPS) evaluations, and setpoint uncertainty analyses for the Reactor Trip System (RTS) and Engineered Safety Feature Actuation System (ESFAS). You will also performing data‑driven and statistical analyses to support system performance evaluations and surveillance interval extensions. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with subject matter experts across multiple nuclear disciplines to deliver high‑quality technical solutions that ensure safe, reliable plant operation.

You will report to the Supervisor, Setpoints and Control Systems and will work at our Warrendale, PA and Cranberry Township, PA offices.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering.
• 4+ years of applicable work experience required.
• Strong technical foundational knowledge, including a desire and willingness to learn.
• Ability to apply fundamental engineering principles (including fluid mechanics and thermodynamics).
• Ability to evaluate analysis inputs and results to develop a specific technical solution that addresses the customer requirements.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive customer relationships by addressing customer concerns and issues.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
• Previous knowledge of overall design and operation of Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR) and systems is highly preferred but not required.
• Prior knowledge and experience with instrumentation associated with pressure, temperature, level, flow and power measurement.
• Experience modeling PWR transients is preferred but not required.
• A basic knowledge of statistics and data analysis is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain functional designs for AP1000 digital control systems and legacy analog control/protection systems.
• Produce and update Functional Requirements and Functional Diagrams for NSSS control system architecture.
• Perform operational transient analyses to validate I&C logic, settings, and overall plant response.
• Evaluate normal plant operating transients and recommend plant design or configuration changes to resolve performance issues.
• Analyze low‑temperature over‑pressurization scenarios and develop/maintain LTOPS configurations to ensure adequate protection.
• Develop and maintain NSSS Design Transients for component qualification and update them to reflect plant modifications.
• Perform and maintain setpoint uncertainty analyses using NRC‑approved Westinghouse Setpoint Methodology for nuclear power plants.
• Conduct statistical analyses of instrument drift to support surveillance interval extension requests and integrate results into setpoint analyses.
• Estimate scope, cost, and impacts of design changes affecting existing systems.
• Support project managers in planning and schedule development.
• Prepare clear, technically accurate reports for internal and external customers.
• Participate in routine mentor/supervisor reviews to monitor progress, training needs, and technical understanding.
• Other duties assigned by the SCS Supervisor.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level