Job Description Summary

The Technical Leader – Civil Structural Engineering, contributes to the team responsible for the development of Civil Engineering activities in support the New Plants Engineering projects. The Technical Leader will perform activities within a team environment, working with a global team of partner organizations and suppliers to successfully deliver New Nuclear Plant Projects.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide Technical Leadership of a small group of Engineers and Contractors in activities related to analyses, calculations and technical evaluations required for timely resolution of design and implementation issues
• The candidate should be capable of leading and guiding a technical team in performing seismic and soil-structure interaction (SSI) analyses, ensuring high technical quality
• Manage project work schedules and priorities
• Mentor and provide technical leadership in area of expertise to other engineers and projects
• Work within a team environment to execute work plans within budget and schedule
• Support civil systems design and/or equipment construction activities, respond to vendor questions and deviation requests; review and approve vendor document submittals
• Support the certification processes for GE Products (e.g. BWRX-300, VTR, Natrium) to address all US NRC (or other nuclear regulator) design certification requirements
• Establish and maintain technical oversight of the applicable regulations (e.g.; US, other national, or global region)
• Have other duties as assigned by Manager
• Interface with internal and external customers, suppliers, partners, licensing, the NRC and international regulatory authorities on technical issues
• Incorporate design requirements into analyses and design documents
• Support GEH quality requirements, including participation in design reviews, initiating and
• Manage the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned systems using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
• Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or other engineering discipline from an accredited college or University
• Minimum 8 years of experience in civil structural engineering
• Professional Engineer registration in one or more state

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Eligibility Requirements:

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered.
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology.  GE will require proof of U.S. person status prior to employment.

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Desired Characteristics:

• Strong background in seismic analysis, harmonic and time history analysis, soil-structure interaction analyses, ANSYS and SASSI software experience, with demonstrated experience in applying these principles to complex engineering projects.
• Master’s Degree or greater in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or University
• Minimum of 5-8 years of Nuclear or Industrial Technology or Engineering experience is preferred.
• Nuclear Industry knowledge / experience
• Strong knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, BWR core/fuel material behavior, and mechanical or structural design fundamentals
• Strong communication and writing skills and capable of articulating specific technical topics or assignments
• Strong facilitation, team building, communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of project management. 
• Knowledge of quality standards and systems (e.g., NQA-1 and ISO 9000)
• Strong analytical capabilities, problem solving and process skills
• Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity.
• Detail-oriented and accountable for results.
• Ability to work effectively within a highly collaborative environment
• A self-starter willing to take initiative

The base pay range for this position is $112,000-160,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 8/8/2025.

 

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

 

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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Application Deadline: August 08, 2025