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The Nuclear Fuel and Packaging Mechanical Analysis Engineer works within the Fuel Performance and Design Nuclear Engineering organization. The team is The Lead Nuclear Fuel and Packaging Mechanical Analysis Engineer works within the Fuel Performance and Design Nuclear Engineering organization. The team is responsible for the design, analyses and testing of the nuclear fuel bundle assembly, components, packaging, and shipping containers to ensure performance, code, and regulatory compliance.

The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but qualified remote candidates will be considered.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

The Lead Nuclear Fuel and Packaging Mechanical Analysis Engineer is responsible for the delivery of high-quality engineering analyses. Work scope typically includes the following essential responsibilities:

• Develop creative solutions and reduce analysis complexity to create accurate and effective solutions for complex engineering problems.

• Analyze BWR fuel, sodium fast reactor fuel, sodium reactor core components, and packaging designs to develop loads and response characteristics.

• Confirm fuel, core components, and packaging meet structural stress and fatigue criteria.

• Translate design information into detailed finite element models of nuclear fuel components and packaging containers using Finite Element methods and GE in-house computer codes.

• Engage customers and industry partners to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks.

• Work with the technical leader to establish an effective work plan, including time estimates, schedule estimates, requirements, and work processes.

• Apply engineering fundamentals and 1st order engineering principles to establish and/or confirm expected performance.

• Provide clear and complete analysis documentation in accordance with GE engineering procedures.

• Ability to present analysis results in a clear, organized and concise manner.

• Manage time effectively to provide quality deliverables within the expected project timeline. Communicate effectively to leadership the status of work activities

• Effectively manage multiple priorities

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or University.

• Minimum of 5 years applicable experience performing mechanical analysis.

Eligibility Requirements:

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but qualified remote candidates will be considered.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or greater in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or University

• Nuclear Industry knowledge / experience

• Strong knowledge of mechanical analysis fundamentals – stress analysis, heat transfer, non-linear systems, vibrations, fatigue, fracture mechanics, and drafting practices (including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing).

• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, effectively facilitate meetings and provide coaching and mentoring to less experienced coworkers.

• Working knowledge of the ASME Section III and XI Codes.

• Demonstrated ability to model using ANSYS, APDL, or LS DYNA

• Working knowledge of scripting tools such as PROCD, Python, VBA, etc.

• A self-starter willing to take initiative

The base pay range for this position is $86k-122k. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 6/30/2024.

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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