Sr. Software Controls Engineer

Requisition Number:  27920
Company:  Westinghouse Electric Co
Location: 

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.

About the role:

As a Sr. Software Controls Engineer you will develop the control system design for each project. You will also perform project specific design analyses with the simulation model and document the SWIL Test Guideline document.

You will report to the GOS Manager; Control & Information System Engineering and be located at our Warrendale, PA facility. This will be a hybrid role at our Warrendale, PA location.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop the project specific simulation model (i.e., ACSL/Matlab).
  • Perform project specific design analyses with the simulation model.
  • Document the SWIL Test Guideline document.
  • Perform SWIL testing activities with the customer using the simulation model.
  • Understand and lead interfaces with Safety Analysis, Licensing, Setpoint Uncertainties, Fluid Systems, Nuclear Operations, Plant Operations, Plant Systems, Plant Licensing, Plant Reactor Engineering.
  • Communicate directly with our customers during project execution as the functional design lead.
  • Support the project through Simulator FAT, Hardware FAT, and System Installation.
  • Support innovation projects to help reduce barriers for team to perform, and/or reduce costs
  • Train the team members and next NSSS control system software designers.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or similar field.
  • 5 + years of experience is required.
  • Prior onsite plant experience in plant startup, plant operation, or plant testing is recommended.
  • 1+ years of experience with computer simulations based on first principals and using codes such as Matlab, LOFTRAN, RETRAN, Advanced Continuous Simulation Language (ACSL), or other simulation codes.
  • Interest/passion in control system design, simulation models, and I&C design.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon qualifications, is estimated to be $85,200 to $106,500 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:

  • Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
  • 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
  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
  • Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
  • Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
  • 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:

  • Safety and Quality
  • Integrity and Trust
  • Customer Focus and Innovation
  • Speed and Passion to Win
  • 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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This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.

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