Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company Nuclear Fuel, located in Windsor, CT is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer.- Assume engineering responsibilities for design and installation of production systems required for use in commercial nuclear plants- Provide technical leadership in development and administration of new/improved processes and equipment in a commercial environment including gathering information to determine process needs, cost estimates and process equipment design, procurement, installation and startup - Prepare and review written technical procedures to guide manufacturing of product and operation of equipment- Develop welding techniques, procedures and application of welding equipment in the fabrication of nuclear grade components; provide technical advice concerning welding matters- Troubleshoot process interruptions/problems and recommend and implement resolutions including analysis and consideration of new innovations in materials, machinery, manufacturing and chemical processing techniques- Lead and/or support cost reduction projects across multiple functions- Address customer and regulatory requirements and concerns- Involves extensive interaction with product engineering, product assurance, manufacturing, and finance, as well as involvement with other employees and customers- Develop, propose and implement projects with defined time frames to meet the project scope, schedule and capital spending targets; design and execute capital project plans for cost effective manufacturing processes- Improve the safety, quality and productivity of manufacturing processes/equipment- Provide project leadership to work through others to a common goal while working across functional groups- Train employees as required in performing compliance with proceduresA successful candidate will possess and/or have knowledge of the following:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; two to five years of engineering experience with at least one year in manufacturing is required- Familiarity with certain ASME code and industry requirements related to nuclear power equipment, systems, and operations is highly desirable.- Programming knowledge of Swiss, Miyano and Citizen machines is also highly desirable. - Demonstrated knowledge of resistance and Tig welding is a plus- Knowledge of six sigma and lean techniques desirable Westinghouse technology is the basis for nearly half of the world's nuclear power plants. We are committed to ensuring that nuclear power remains a clean, safe, and environmentally sound way to produce electricity. Westinghouse welcomes enthusiastic, dedicated, and innovative individuals with a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, STD & LTD, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Savings Plan, Pension Plan and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities. EOE/Affirmative Action Join us in energizing our world! LOCATION: Connecticut -- Windsor STATUS: Full Time, Employee JOB CATEGORY: Engineering REFERENCE CODE: 6512BR Westinghouse Fast Facts: Westinghouse technology is the basis for nearly 50 percent of the world's operating commercial nuclear power plants. Our primary vision is to be the customers' choice to supply leading-edge nuclear technology to satisfy the world's growing demand for energy. We strive to do this by: Acting with integrity and respect for others Being safe and environmentally responsible Committing to achieving success for our customers Delivering value and profit Excelling in our operations Westinghouse serves the needs of utility, government, and industrial customers in power-related industries through three distinct businesses: Nuclear Services, Nuclear Fuel, and Nuclear Power Plants. Nuclear energy originates from the splitting of uranium atoms in a process called fission. At the power plant, the fission process is used to generate heat for producing steam, which is used by a turbine to generate electricity. Click here to see "How a Nuclear Plant Works" The Westinghouse AP1000 is ready for global use. China will build four AP1000s, beginning in 2009. The AP1000 has also passed all the steps for compliance with European Utility Requirements. And, the AP1000 is the only Generation III+ plant to receive design certification my the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission, with many US utilities already having selected the AP1000 as their technology of choice.