Senior Thermal Hydraulic Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company Nuclear Fuel, located in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking a Senior Thermal Hydraulic Engineer in its Fuel Product Methods Development department.In this position, a Senior Thermal Hydraulic Engineer can expect to perform the following duties:This position is responsible for performing nuclear thermal hydraulic analysis for Westinghouse PWR cores. The work will include performing 3-D computational fluid dynamic analyses (CFD) and heat transfer analyses to support evaluation of existing fuel products and the development and implementation of new fuel products. This position requires knowledge of using the CFD code STAR-CD. Knowledge of applying this CFD code for two-phase flow applications is preferred. The work will include evaluating hydraulic losses in the core, thermal analysis of core components, lift force analysis and providing support of qualification tests in the thermal hydraulic and heat transfer area. Responsibilities will include interaction with clients and other project team members to ensure adherence to technical quality, budgets, schedules and client satisfaction. Applicant will also interact with Mechanical Design area on various tasks so knowledge in Mechanical Design, reading drawings, use of 3-D solids modeling and using ANSYS is a plus.A successful candidate would have knowledge and experience in:Product Development Testing and Analysis (Mechanical and Thermal-Hydraulic Testing). This includes testing design and execution. Familiarity with electronics, sensors, solid modeling (SolidWorks/AutoCad) and programming with LabVIEW is preferred.A Bachelors degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineer with 2-6 years of relevent work experience. 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: Columbia STATUS: Full Time, Employee JOB CATEGORY: Engineering REFERENCE CODE: 6563BR 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.