**Job Description Summary**

This role contributes to company objectives in the field of reactor thermal-hydraulic physics and technology. This role is intended for a current or future subject matter expert in the areas of thermal-hydraulic system-level analysis, subchannel evaluation, and code development/maintenance in these areas (with the focus on the former). It integrates and develops nuclear technologies, application methodologies, and supporting processes that meet business needs across the organization. Specifically, this includes software documentation and validation, user training, and customer interfacing. This role can be either in-person or remote.



This role is within the Analytical Methods Technology team, which is responsible for the development, maintenance, analytics, and technical consultation of engineering computer codes, correlations, and methodologies related to Boiling Water Reactor (BWR), Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR), new reactor types, and advanced/fast reactors. AMT is also responsible for supporting customers with emergent questions in the areas of reactor thermal-hydraulics, heat transfer, two-phase flow, and instrumentation physics.



The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Nuclear headquarters in Wilmington, NC (hybrid work arrangements available), but permanent remote work arrangements are also possible.



**Job Description**



Essential:



+ Responsible for leading the technical development, accuracy and uncertainty qualification, testing, verification, regulatory licensing, and maintenance of analytical methods required for evaluation of steady-state and transient core/fuel performance of nuclear reactors.

+ Work within an approved regulatory framework for nuclear software quality assurance for engineering computer programs.

+ Prepare, document and present technical data to internal and external customers.

+ Be responsible for the maintenance and/or development of the following Engineering Computer Programs: TRACG and GESAM

+ Contribute to and lead team process improvements to drive speed and simplification.

+ Communicate with internal/external users of the methods through support, documentation, and training.

+ Ensure work is performed with high quality in accordance with NRC rules and regulations, customer requirements, and business quality assurance standards.

+ Drive a team culture based on teamwork, integrity, candor, transparency, and execution on commitments.

+ Effectively communicate and coordinate activities with other team members on engineering/technical issues.

+ Assist and provide support to the team technical leader and functional manager to plan, status and execute projects.

+ Support the interface with various regulatory agencies (NRC, DOE, etc.) as appropriate.

+ Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity.

+ Detail oriented and accountable for results.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team.

+ Displays a strong drive for continuous improvement.

+ Displays an engaging, can-do, optimistic attitude.

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.

+ Strong analytical capabilities, problem solving skills, and process skills.



Qualifications/Requirements:



+ Masters of Science degree from an accredited university or college in nuclear engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related technical discipline

+ Minimum of six (6) or more years of cumulative, relevant engineering and/or academic experience with nuclear thermal-hydraulic codes/analysis



The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Nuclear headquarters in Wilmington, NC (hybrid work arrangements available), but permanent remote work arrangements are also possible.



Desired:



+ Ph.D. in computational methods, nuclear engineering, or a closely related discipline.

+ At least two prior years experience with TRAC, RELAP (or equivalent), including development of related codes and tools.

+ Programming experience with Fortran and Python.

+ Working knowledge of nuclear reactor core licensing, technical specifications, safety margin bases, code methodology licensing, and related federal regulations.

+ Publication of technical articles and/or patent applications.

+ Demonstrated ability to make decisions with speed and accuracy based on the best available information.

+ Exceptional organization skills.

+ Legacy of delivering on commitments; tenacious, with a proven track record of overcoming obstacles; ability to achieve stretch targets.

+ Strong external focus; clear and demonstrated understanding of nuclear industry and/or energy industry.

+ Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent quality certification.



The salary range for this position is $107--142k. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.



Available health and welfare benefits include healthcare, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; savings account options (such as a Health Care Flexible Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account); and an employee assistance program. Additional benefits include a defined contribution 401(k) plan, employee life insurance, optional dependent life insurance, employee accidental death or dismemberment insurance coverage, salary continuance program benefits for disability, optional long-term disability, pre-tax transportation/commuter program, paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, a layoff plan for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement program, use of Cariloop, adoption assistance, optional identity theft prevention insurance, optional personal legal assistance, and optional personal excess liability insurance.



_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 export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment._



**Additional Information**



GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://assets.phenompeople.com/CareerConnectResources/GE11GLOBAL/en\_global/desktop/assets/images/poster\_screen\_reader\_optimized\_w\_supplement.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.



GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).



As a federal government contractor, GE may in the future be required to have U.S. employees fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Some GE customers currently have vaccination mandates that may apply to GE employees.



**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes



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