Principal Project Engineer - Cranberry, PA

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Requisition Number:  35253
Company:  Westinghouse Electric Co
Location:  Cranberry Township, 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:
 

The Westinghouse Instrumentation & Control Systems (ICS) business is looking for a Project Engineer to support design and delivery of Distributed Control Systems for greenfield nuclear power plant projects.

 

As a Principal Project Engineer, you will support the New Plant Control Systems Engineering resource manager and APx Project Managers and will manage one or several technical areas. This is a unique position in that the Principal Project Engineer will act in simultaneous Project Management, Issue Manager and Technical Leadership roles.

 

You will report to the Control & Information System Engineering manager and work a hybrid role based in Warrendale, PA.

 

Responsibilities:
Lead functional area execution of required scope to support plant objectives.
Manage schedule and cost performance.
Maintain an accurate demand signal and coordinate with Resource Managers to align resources with project schedules.
Assess risks and challenges across the department and develop practical, effective solutions.
Troubleshoot technical challenges and develop recovery plans.
Lead contact for Functional Area Leads and APx Project Managers.
Responsible for discipline representation in the Product Development Review Meeting (PDRM).
Support the Resource Managers, Project Manager and Technical Lead.
 

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
AP1000 or AP300 experience is helpful
Ability to travel internationally as projects require (up to 20% for peak times)
Demonstrated technical expertise in at least one of the following technical areas:
Integrated systems Engineering
Control Systems and Setpoints
Full Scope Simulators
Plant Control Systems including Data and Display Systems
Turbine Control and Protection
Cyber Security
Protection and Safety Monitoring System
Product Development – hardware and software
Independent Verification & Validation including Test Engineering
Command of responsible subject matter and the product application life cycle and design process for the assigned subject matter area
Knowledge of project management principles and a desire to work in a newly defined technical project management role.
 

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 $103,200-129,000 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:

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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