Summary

The need for clean energy is greater than ever. At GE Hitachi we are helping address climate change by designing technology to power our future with reliable, affordable, carbon-free energy. We are a world leader in advanced reactor technology, fuel, and services. Join us as we build our legacy, boldly innovating to provide carbon-free power to the world.
We are a diverse and dedicated global team who believes in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected, and that they belong. By embracing diverse teams and perspectives, we are better equipped to build a world that works.
The Engineering Manager will provide leadership to a diverse technical team of dedicated engineers and scientists. The manager will provide leadership to a team responsible for providing support for GEH’s next generation of Light Water Reactor (LWR) the BWRX-300, next generation reactor designs (GEN 4) and to products, designs and services related to servicing our existing fleets & fuel. This manager will work collaboratively both internally and externally with a global team of partner organizations and suppliers to successfully deliver for GE Hitachi Nuclear.

Available Roles:

• Manager – Advanced Reactor Mechanical Analysis, Plant Services (2 openings available) (remote eligible)
• Manager – Fuel Performance & Design, Core & Fuels* (onsite in Wilmington, NC required)
• Manager – Plant Arrangement, BWRx300 (remote eligible)
• Manager – Control Systems, BWRx300 (2 openings available) (remote eligible)

Essential Responsibilities:

As the Engineering Manager you will:

• Provide guidance and manage external resources to ensure the quality of deliverables, enable flexibility and improved cost positions.
• Protect the Intellectual Property rights of GEH.
• Interface with external partners, customers, the NRC or other applicable country specific regulatory agency, as required on technical issues.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationship with other internal engineering managers, business leaders, project managers and stakeholders.
• Provide guidance for use of systems specifications as required by other GEH technical disciplines and project design partners.
• Report to the Engineering General Manager for a specific area of focus (x300, Gen4, Plant Services, or Fuels) or a Sr. Engineering Manager over a specific technical area.
• Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities.
• Support GEH Nuclear Energy quality requirements, including participation in design reviews, initiating, and responding to corrective actions.
• Drive the design & development & maintenance of required systems in accordance the program/project software requirements.
• Provide the oversight and be responsible to plan, organize and manage the delivery of technical activities/tasks in support of engineering deliverables.
• Provide leadership supporting performance and program management of assigned work and ensure on-time fulfillment of engineering commitments in accordance with contract requirements, business procedures, industry standards and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Provide technical and managerial leadership for their team.
• Inspire, hire, coach and ensure the development of the team technical talent/depth.
• Support GE initiatives, process improvement, simplification, and design to cost.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in engineering design and/or project leadership.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering discipline or relevant STEM discipline.

Eligibility Requirements

• Fuel Performance & Design Manager role will need to be in Wilmington for access to our manufacturing shops.
• The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC but qualified remote candidates will be considered.

Desired Qualifications:

• High performing individual with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
• Understanding of and experience in the nuclear industry and technology
• High performing energetic leader with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
• Knowledge of USNRC licensing requirements
• EPC experience and knowledge; specifically, power plants
• Experience with project management skillset (communication, risk, planning/scheduling, change management)
• Experience creating an environment that supports individual creativity and group innovation.
• Experience leading diverse teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with new builds in the power industry
• 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
• Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business
• Proven ability to be a liaison between organizations that are operating in separate geographic locations

The salary range for this position is $124k-180k. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.

Available health and welfare benefits include healthcare, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; savings account options (such as a Health Care Flexible Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account); and an employee assistance program. Additional benefits include a defined contribution 401(k) plan, employee life insurance, optional dependent life insurance, employee accidental death or dismemberment insurance coverage, salary continuance program benefits for disability, optional long-term disability, pre-tax transportation/commuter program, paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, a layoff plan for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement program, use of Cariloop, adoption assistance, optional identity theft prevention insurance, optional personal legal assistance, and optional personal excess liability insurance.

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