Simulation Modeling 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 Simulation Modeling Intern, you will participate in the validation of the passive safety systems of AP1000 reactors, a Westinghouse technology. The aim of this validation is to analyze the performance of AP1000 training simulators, and to gain knowledge of their development and testing tools. This is a part-time paid internship of 25 hours per week, with a total duration of 6 months, starting in September - October.

You will report to the Simulation Modeling Codes Supervisor and be located at our HQ in Madrid. This is a hybrid role and you will be eligible to receive course credit.

Main Responsibilities:

• Identification and handling of the engineering documentation required to develop modeling tests, and the documentation associated with model development.
• Preparation, recording, and review of documentation related to modeling tests following defined standards.
• Model validation, including analysis of behavior and real-time execution requirements.
• Use corporate tools for automated simulator validation and configuration control.
• Management and tracking of model discrepancies until full acceptance, using corporate tools for issue tracking and management throughout the simulator lifecycle.

Qualifications:

• Programming: Fortran or C++
• Use development environments: Visual Studio, Azure DevOps
• Experience thermal-hydraulic codes: RELAP, TRACE, TRAC
• Work with relational databases: SQL/PostgreSQL
• Knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and thermal-hydraulics

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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.