Core Thermal Hydraulics Engineer - Framatome

What You’ve Accomplished

You have completed a BS in Engineering (Nuclear or Mechanical preferred with concentration in thermal hydraulics). You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You have worked in anengineering role for at least 3 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:

• Demonstrated PWR or BWR thermal-hydraulics engineering analyses. Experience with core safety analyses preferred.
  
• Generic software experience (Microsoft Office suite)
  
• Experience with software development codes such as Python, C/C++, FORTRAN, and etc.
  
• Familiar with subchannel codes (e.g. VIPRE or COBRA)
  
• Actions, behaviors, and decisions are consistent with Framatome's Core Values.

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 Core Thermal Hydraulics Engineerin Lynchburg, VA (remote work will also be considered), you will be part of the proven team in theFuel Business Unit. Your work will include:

• Performing thermal hydraulic and safety analyses in support of core design and licensing Framatome fuel for light water reactors
• Use of sub-channel codes for transient analysis
• Interfacing with Framatome European counterparts to support light water reactor projects
• Support interfacing with regulatory authorities to obtain regulatory approval of Framatome core design and methods
• Performing core reload design and licensing, assess proposed changes in fuel designs or operating strategies, evaluate changes in analytical methods, and support plant operational occurrences that influence core performance and require evaluation.

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 theFuelBusiness Unit contributes to this future:https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/design-and-fuel-manufacturing/

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

Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen (as applicable).

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $82,000 - $111,000, 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.