Job Description Summary

The Technical Leader - Civil Structural Engineering, contributes to the team responsible for the development of Civil Engineering activities in support the New Plants Engineering projects. The Technical Leader will perform activities within a team environment, working with a global team of partner organizations and suppliers to successfully deliver New Nuclear Plant Projects.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide Technical Leadership of a small group of Engineers and Contractors in activities related to analyses, calculations and technical evaluations required for timely resolution of design and implementation issues
• Manage project work schedules and priorities
• Mentor and provide technical leadership in area of expertise to other engineers and projects
• Work within a team environment to execute work plans within budget and schedule
• Support civil systems design and/or equipment construction activities, respond to vendor questions and deviation requests; review and approve vendor document submittals
• Support the certification processes for GE Products (e.g. BWRX-300, VTR, Natrium) to address all US NRC (or other nuclear regulator) design certification requirements
• Establish and maintain technical oversight of the applicable regulations (e.g.; US, other national, or global region)
• Have other duties as assigned by Manager
• Interface with internal and external customers, suppliers, partners, licensing, the NRC and international regulatory authorities on technical issues
• Incorporate design requirements into analyses and design documents
• Support GEH quality requirements, including participation in design reviews, initiating and
• Manage the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned systems using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
• Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or other engineering discipline from an accredited college or University;
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a technology or engineering role.
• Professional Engineer registration in one or more state

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered.
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of U.S. person status prior to employment.

• Master's Degree or greater in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or University
• Minimum of 5-8 years of Nuclear or Industrial Technology or Engineering experience is preferred.
• Nuclear Industry knowledge / experience
• Strong knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, BWR core/fuel material behavior, and mechanical or structural design fundamentals
• Strong communication and writing skills and capable of articulating specific technical topics or assignments
• Strong facilitation, team building, communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of project management.
• Knowledge of quality standards and systems (e.g., NQA-1 and ISO 9000)
• Strong analytical capabilities, problem solving and process skills
• Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity.
• Detail-oriented and accountable for results.
• Ability to work effectively within a highly collaborative environment
• A self-starter willing to take initiative