What You’ve Accomplished

• Completion of a BS in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline
• At least 3 years of directly related experience
  • An advanced degree may be substituted for related experience
• Good communication skills including the ability to comprehend and convey detailed technical data (meetings, email, presentations, customer deliverables, etc.)
  
• Ability to develop networks and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Works collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Displays informal leadership characteristics.
• Questioning attitude and practices self-checking.
• Advanced level of Microsoft Office and business unit specific software tools (ex. CAD, FEA, CFD, etc.) and computer programming skills.
• You are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology. 

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values: https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/

You may have also acquired the following skills:

• Component/Structural Design including demonstrated ability to take products from drawing creation through delivery to the customer
• Preparation of technical documents (specifications, operating procedures, etc.)
• Experience working on commercial, DOE, or DOD nuclear projects
• Familiarity with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and ASTM standards
• MUST be able to obtain unescorted access to a Commercial Nuclear facility

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people’s lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Component Engineer in Lynchburg, VA, you will be part of the proven team in the Component Repair and Replacement Business Line in the Installed Base Business Unit. While the majority of our work is in support of the existing operating fleet, the group is also actively involved supporting multiple new reactor concepts. Our current work scopes include detailed design of reactor internals, rigging and transport planning, and interference studies. The Component Engineer role is the key interface between the customer, our analysis team, fabricators, and our field installation craft. In this role an attention to detail and ability to balance competing requirements are keys for success. Your work will include:

• Development of product specifications
• Preparation of component design drawings
• Issuing procurement documents
• Oversight of component fabrication including interface with inspection teams
• Preparation of field installation procedures
• Support of field implementation activities 

This position requires occasional travel to attend customer meetings, perform plant walkdowns, and to support installation activities. Infrequent international travel is possible. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.  

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.

See how the Installed Base Business Unit contributes to this future: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/services-and-maintenance/

Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/

Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen (as applicable).  

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $83,000 - $113,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy’s Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.