Technical Manager - Probabilistic Risk Assessments ( PRA )

Energize your career with a dynamic global leader in the nuclear industry. Westinghouse, a group company of Toshiba Corporation, is the world's pioneering nuclear power company and is a leading supplier of nuclear plant products and technologies to utilities throughout the world. Advance your career in the dynamic nuclear power industry by joining the worldwide, motivated team of employees at Westinghouse. Nearly 50 percent of the nuclear power plants in operation worldwide, and nearly 60 percent in the United States, are based on Westinghouse technology.The Risk Application and Methods Group (Systems & Safety Analysis) is need of a PRA Technical Manager (Probabilistic Risk Assessments) to perform analysis of complex nuclear power plant systems. Primary duties are development of PRA models and associated PRA methods for nuclear power plants. Duties include modeling of internal and external events, including fire and flooding events and low power and shutdown modes of operation. Major Focus of Position:* Perform complex PRA analysis in the commercial nuclear industry and provide technical leadership/project management in development, performance, and application of risk informed methods based upon a broad understanding and working knowledge of PWR or BWR NSSS design and safety systems. * Create and deliver technical products and services to customers that require integration of team efforts across multifunctional groups. * Effectively define, manage, and drive projects to successful completion to meet customer needs.In addition, responsibilities include: (1) preparation of computer code input, (2) data analysis, (3) performance of PRA computer modeling, (4) performance of risk informed applications including level 1 and LERF, (5) interpretation of results, (6) preparation of final reports and (7) regular interface with customers and regulatory bodies to present results of the assessments.Specific Desired Skills:- Expertise with PRA computer programs such as CAFTA, RISKMAN, Risk Spectrum, etc. for modeling of event scenarios.- Expertise with PRA computer programs such as EOOS, Safety Monitor, etc. for assessment of plant risk during maintenance.- Expertise with PRA computer programs such as HRA Calculator for assessment of human reliability and operator actions.- Expertise with NRC Regulations and requirements for risk informed decision making.- Use effective project management skills to direct activities to meet project scope schedule and budget commitments.- Effective communication with clients to understand needs and to create opportunities for PRA business growth.Required Skills:- Broad understanding of PWR or BWR NSSS system design and operation to independently develop PRA models and perform risk informed applications.- Sufficient experience and logic/problem-solving capabilities to apply advanced engineering principles and techniques to propose, direct, and integrate solutions to highly complex (possibly system level), loosely defined technical problems and to identify direct approaches for the successful resolution of significant technical issues. May be required to serve as lead expert within discipline for technical problem solving. - Coordinate and integrate complex technical projects across multi-functional groups, within schedule and budget.- Lead integration and development of major technical descriptions for customer proposals.- Lead engineering work of, and instruct, train, and guide personnel on significant technical projects, tasks, and activities and provide periodic performance feedback to them.- Provide periodic updates and recommendations regarding the nature and status of work/projects to all appropriate internal and external personnel; identify and present recommendations for business growth opportunities to management. Develop and deliver presentations to communicate statuses, problem resolutions, recommendations, or promote business-related products.- Develop new or improve existing products and services using current economic studies and recent technical advancements and coordinate/prepare supporting documentation.- Provide expert knowledge within specific engineering discipline to peers, vendors, and customers.- Develop procedures, processes, and methods for implementing technical requirements. 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: Pittsburgh STATUS: Full Time, Employee JOB CATEGORY: Engineering REFERENCE CODE: 6537BR 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.