Senior Hardware Engineer
Warrendale, US
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
As a Senior Hardware Engineer you will manage the design, integration, and documentation of Plant Control Computer Systems used in nuclear power plants. The senior hardware engineers' overall responsibility is to lead a team of engineers concerning the delivery of the plant computer system. This position includes design of custom adapters/cabling and interfaces to transition existing plant equipment to new state-of-the-art computer equipment.
You will report to the Manager, Ovation Plant Computer and be located at our Warrendale, PA location. This is a hybrid role based out of Warrendale.
Key Responsibilities:
• Performs hardware design activities (system architecture drawings, network layout, cabinet design, system cabling interface, custom panel/subassembly and kit design, and cabinet power design).
• Performs data acquisition designs including interface cabling and custom adapter designs.
• Component selection to meet system needs and contract schedule deliverables.
• Participate in the set-up, system modification and system integration and testing, and delivery of our non-safety I&C system upgrade projects.
• Performs network switch configuration and documentation.
• Performs proposal development and establishing costs and budgets for hardware design efforts for system components.
• Understand and implement the quality standards applicable to the nuclear industry.
• Willing to travel and work with local and international customers and vendor suppliers.
• Make work assignments for engineers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineer or related) with applicable years of experience in hardware design and integration.• 5 + years of experience • Data acquisition hardware and software:o Knowledge of circuit designs to support custom cables and interfaces.o Knowledge of Data Acquisition systems consisting of servers, workstations, controllers, Input/Output modules and electronic boards.o Experience with Auto-CAD and 3D modeling or Microsoft Visio sketches.o Create design packages (drawing sketches) for review and approval.
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.
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Why Westinghouse?
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
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Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
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Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
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401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
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Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
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Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
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Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
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Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
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Employee Referral Program
Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
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Safety and Quality
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Integrity and Trust
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Customer Focus and Innovation
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Speed and Passion to Win
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Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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