New Graduate Fuel Rod Design Engineer

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. More than 2,000 Framatome employees in the U.S. work every day to help our customers supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy. See how the Fuel Business Unit is a part of that: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/design-and-fuel-manufacturing/

The Opportunity

The Fuel Rod Design Engineer position is within the Materials & Thermal Mechanics organization in the Fuel Business Unit which is responsible for a broad range of activities including fuel rod and control component design, materials development, manufacturing support, and fuel performance code development. The engineering activities are coordinated with other Framatome fuel engineering departments both locally and worldwide. The opportunity is located in Lynchburg, Virginia.

What You’ll Do at Framatome

You will be responsible for the design and analyses of Framatome fuel rods and control rods as well as the development of codes and methods for nuclear applications. Typical assignments include:

• Perform thermal and mechanical analyses to support the safe irradiation of existing and advanced fuel designs. These analyses involve the use of engineering computer codes and employ both empirical and first principal methods.
• Maintain existing fuel rod analysis codes and develop automation software to streamline the analyses.
• Participate in and support interfaces with customer and regulatory authorities to obtain regulatory approval of the Framatome reactor core design, codes, and methods.
• Prepare and review design specifications, calculation files, test requirements and associated reports.

Who You Are

You have a fundamental understanding of mechanical and thermal analysis techniques and are comfortable with one or more coding languages. You display positive and effective team interaction skills and value positive peer relationships. You place a focus on leadership and initiative and can be counted on to maintain focus on customer requirements. You have developed excellent written and oral communication skills.

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/

What You’ve Accomplished

You will complete a BS in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related engineering degree plus 0-2 years of engineering experience. You may have participated in engineering or nuclear internships while completing your degree and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.

Our total rewards package

The range of base salary for the position is between $61,000 - $79,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

To read more information on the benefits we offer, visit https://framatome-careers.silkroad.com/Careers/Home/Benefits.html

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Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.