Non-LOCA Safety Analysis, Principal Engineer

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

• →Serve as the technical authority for Chapter 15 Non LOCA transient categories
• →Lead development and review of analyses using deterministic or statistical/best estimate methods, ensuring that modeling approaches are appropriate for the transient type, plant application, and licensing context.
• →Oversee evaluation of plant response, protection system performance, and margin to acceptance criteria in accordance with regulatory and licensing basis guidance.
• →Direct the creation, enhancement, and qualification of system models using tools such as RELAP, RETRAN 3D, TRACE, MARS, or MOOSE based frameworks.
• →Provide technical direction and oversight for high impact calculation packages, safety analysis reports, and modeling methodologies.
• →Ensure all analytical approaches and results meet licensing, regulatory, and NQA 1 quality requirements.
• →Provide senior level support during customer meetings, audits, regulatory interactions, and technical reviews.
• →Mentor senior and junior analysis staff across thermal hydraulics, modeling practices, and regulatory expectations.
• →Lead cross functional engineering teams to resolve complex Non LOCA analysis challenges.
• →Act as a key technical representative for Framatome within internal and external forums.

• Expertise with system modeling codes such as: 
  • RELAP5/TRACE/MOOSE based multiphysics platforms
• Proven history of developing, validating, or leading deployment of plant models for licensing basis transient analysis.
• Strong knowledge of NRC regulatory criteria, transient acceptance limits, and NQA 1 requirements.
• Exceptional technical communication skills, with demonstrated ability to lead and defend analytical approaches.

• Experience owning or maintaining plant specific Chapter 15 methods or UFSAR related transient analyses.
• Familiarity with model development, input preparation, and post-processing tools used for system thermal-hydraulic analysis
• Experience using scripting or programming languages such as Python, Perl, MATLAB, or shell scripting to automate analysis workflows, process results, perform quality checks, or support model development.
• Familiarity with Linux or other Unix-like operating environments used for analysis execution, automation, and software development.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, team development, or cross disciplinary technical efforts.
• Experience supporting reload licensing or plant modification safety evaluations.

• Principal level influence over Framatome’s Non LOCA methodology strategy and analytical frameworks.
• Opportunity to shape next generation deterministic and statistical transient analysis approaches.
• Engagement with diverse reactor designs, modeling tools, and analytical challenges.
• A high visibility role that directly impacts plant safety, licensing, and long-term analytical capability.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted.
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.  
• Excellent communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
• Grows developed network and maintains good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.  
• Displays leadership characteristics.  
• Exhibits questioning attitude and practices self-checking.  
• Advanced proficiency with specialized software tools and programming languages as required by the role.

• Salary: $115,000 - $156,000, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

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

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A).