Lead Applications Engineer - SMR Nuclear Island Mechanical Systems at GE Vernova

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jul, 26

Salary

188600.0

Posted On

05 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical systems design, Nuclear engineering, Gap analysis, Project management, Regulatory compliance, Technical writing, Risk assessment, Schedule development, Modularization strategies, Engineering estimation, Stakeholder management, Safety systems, BWRX-300 technology, ASME standards, Leadership, Communication

Industry

Electric Power Generation

Description

Job Description Summary The Lead Applications Engineer for Nuclear Island Mechanical Systems will be part of a multi-discipline applications engineering technical team of dedicated engineers responsible for the deployment of GVH SMR plant technology (e.g. BWRX-300 Standard Plant) across multiple US and international sites, including comprehensive engineering input to the development of new plant proposals, early works agreements and new product offerings. In this position, you will gain and maintain a strong understanding of nuclear island mechanical systems design basis of our standard plant design, along with the underlying plant and system-level requirements, and use that understanding to perform detailed gap analysis on prospective customer site requirements (e.g., codes, standards, regulations, grid requirements, etc.). In addition to gap analysis, you will play a critical role in developing conceptual and preliminary design solutions for the gaps identified. Leveraging your subject matter expertise in mechanical systems design, you will support the development of detailed statements of work for current and subsequent project phases, proposal technical write-ups, engineering estimates, schedule development and risk assessments in support of site selection, site permitting, and construction/operation licensing milestones. Job Description Essential Responsibilities: As a Lead Applications Engineer, you will: Develop and maintain a deep working knowledge of the design basis for standard plant mechanical systems of the BWRX-300 technology (e.g., nuclear boiler system, ECCS systems, control rod drive system, cooling and cleanup systems, etc). Support gap analysis between standard plant mechanical systems and site-specific requirements, including regulatory requirements and industry recognized mechanical codes and standards. Evaluate impacts of site-specific requirements on both mechanical systems and their system and building interfaces. Support integration across multiple engineering disciplines, including architectural engineering, licensing, equipment design, and safety systems. Participate in design evolution programs that extend and improve our modularization strategies. Contribute to an engineering team that assures proposals and early works packages for selected sites are compatible with our standard product offering. Establish and maintain strong working relationship with internal engineering teams. Interface with external partners, customers, and other applicable country specific regulatory agencies as required on technical issues. Work with proposal and early works teams to build estimates, schedules, and identify risks associated with different opportunities. Provide guidance to external partner engineering resources to ensure the quality of deliverables. Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities. Protect the Intellectual Property rights of GEVH. Support GEVH initiatives, corrective action, process improvement and simplification. Ensure adherence to GEVH’s standards for nuclear safety and compliance. Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field. At least 4 years of relevant experience in mechanical systems engineering for power generation, nuclear, or other large-scale, regulated infrastructure industries. Eligibility Requirements: The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered. This role may require 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. Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of nuclear mechanical systems design principles, including safety classification, functional requirements, and performance criteria. Familiarity with nuclear mechanical codes and standards such as ASME, ANSI/ANS, etc. Knowledge of diverse regulatory schemes (e.g., US NRC, CNSC, IAEA, etc.) Familiarity with modular solutions and associated interface requirements. Ability to be a liaison between organizations that are operating in separate geographic locations High performing individual with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance Proven interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to think strategically, be creative and move quickly Demonstrated ability to lead a team of highly experienced engineers and balance multiple demands and priorities High performing energetic leader with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance Experience with project management skillset (communication, risk, planning/scheduling, change management) EPC experience and knowledge; specifically, power plant Understanding of nuclear industry and technology Excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business 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 Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 Vernova 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 For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $188,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 04, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com

Responsibilities

The Lead Applications Engineer will perform gap analysis on mechanical systems for SMR plant technology and develop conceptual design solutions for identified requirements. They will also support proposal development, project scheduling, and cross-functional integration across engineering disciplines.