Project Engineer

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow. At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA.  We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

General Job Function:

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow. At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine what's possible across the nuclear industry every day.

About the role:

As a Field Services Project Engineer, you will have an hybrid role that includes operational technical execution, engineering, and project management.  The purpose of your role with these three different but interconnected area of expertise is the successful completion of the project safely and flawlessly.

You will be assigned to the Steam Generators Business Unit and will primarily perform operational activities related to Steam Generator Chemical Cleaning and liquid waste treatment projects.

You will report hierarchically to the Operations Manager, while functionally working under the supervision of the Project Manager, Site Manager, or Shift Manager.

You will mainly work on French nuclear power plant sites, with opportunities to contribute to Westinghouse projects at other locations in France and abroad. You will be home-based, but your work requires 80 % time travel to sites.

Duties and Responsibilities :

In general, the following competencies and responsibilities are expected:

• Uphold and promote Westinghouse values.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and strict application of Westinghouse nuclear safety, radiation protection, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with project schedules and milestones.
• Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining clear and safe communication practices.
• Exhibit strong organizational and analytical skills, with a methodical and disciplined approach to work.
• Maintain a questioning attitude and proactively identify, report, and manage deviations in accordance with procedures.

Below is a non-exhaustive list of duties and technical activities:

Operation activities :

• Handling and lifting of components and heavy equipment.
• Installation and connection of flexible hoses and piping systems.
• Execution of bolted joint assemblies in accordance with torque specifications.
• Transfer and unloading of chemical products under controlled conditions.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Inventory management, packaging, and securing of tools and materials.
• Work at height in compliance with applicable safety regulations.
• System alignment and operational checks (pump, boiler, compressor startup, valve operation, etc.).
• Monitoring and inspection of plant systems and equipment.
• Completion and documentation of intervention and maintenance records.

Engineering activities :

• Establishing intervention procedures
• Technical lead for design, manufacturing or equipement repair projects.
• Ensure regulatory compliance
• Establishing technical specifications
• Identification of improvement opportunities and contribution to experience feedback and lessons learned processes.

Project management :

• Assist the projet manager and the site manager
• Create and update the schedule
• Create and update the project organization chart
• Create purchase request
• Monitor logistics such as transportation and spare parts availability
• Establish the project final report

Education and Qualifications / Skills and Competencies: Mechanical or Electromechanical Engineer

Education Level (Degree, Area of Study) – Minimum Requirement: bac +5 (Engineering)

Years of Experience: 0 to 3 years

Professional Certifications: SCN, RP, CSQ preferably in nuclear field 

Skills and Competencies: 

Bureautique, Microsoft Office, Mécanique, Electricité, Electro-Mécanique.

SAP 

Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals. 

Below is an example of what employees in France can expect:

• Attractive remuneration
• Peer-to-peer recognition program. 
• Lunch vouchers
• Transportation allowance
• Work-from-home allowance
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Learning and development opportunities.
• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

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