Radiation Engineering & Analysis Intern

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.

At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

About the role:

As a Radiation Engineering and Analysis intern you will be part of the REA team and support its continued growth. This is a paid 25 hour per week internship, with a total duration of 6 moths, starting in September. You will be eligible to receive course credit.

You will report to the Director of Radiation, Waste Management & Decommissioningand be located at our HQ in San Sebastián de los Reyes. This is a hybrid position.

Main Responsibilities:

• Neutron transport calculations in and around the reactor vessel
  • Review plant drawings and build transport models.
  • Perform fluence, activation, heating rate, and dosimetry calculations.
  • Critically analyze results and produce technical documentation.
• Radiation source term calculations
  • Post-irradiation compositions using ORIGEN, coolant activity...
• Support for the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) of retiring plants.
• Radiation shielding calculations.
• Decay heat analysis.
• Operate Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs) support:
  • Accident evaluation in compliance with Chapter 15 of NUREG-0800, related NRC Regulatory guides and Spanish Licensing requirements.
  • Set-point calculations for liquid and gaseous effluents monitors

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a bachelor or master's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field.
• Experience with Linux, programming, and computational simulation.
• Experience with relevant computer codes (MCNP, SCALE...).
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish.

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Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

Below is an example of what employees in Spain can expect:

• Attractive remuneration
• Hybrid model of work.
• High flexibility and autonomy.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.