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Job Number: 1831886 Business: GE Power & Water Business Segment: Power & Water About Us:

Wilmington is beautiful city rich with art, culture, beaches, natural beauty and history. National publications have listed Wilmington as one of the 100 Best Small Art Towns in America as well as one of America's 100 Best Retirement Towns. Come see why we love Wilmington!

GE looks for innovation everywhere. For 130 years, GE has been at the forefront of innovation, but finding solutions to the world's biggest problems has never been more important than right now. Join us today and become an essential part of the solution! Not just imagining. Doing. GE works. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with GE Power and Water! Posted Position Title: Sr Eng - ESBWR I&C Adv Methods & Software Development - Core Career Level: Experienced Function: Engineering/Technology Function Segment: Product Design and Development Location: United States : North Carolina City: Wilmington Postal Code: 28402-2819 Relocation Assistance: Yes Role Summary/Purpose: GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.

The Senior Engineering - I&C Advanced Methods & Software will be responsible for the requirements definition and management, design, development, test and validation, and implementation of ESBWR-specific reactor core monitoring methods and analysis software as well as the application specific software associated with ACUMEN [previously 3DMonicore] and advanced thermal limits monitor (ATLM) that will be implemented in the overall ESBWR DCIS solution for the Dominion North Anna 3 Project. Essential Responsibilities: In addition you will:

  • Serve as the dedicated liaison technical project engineer (TPE) between the ESBWR I&C team and the Methods & Software team
  • Lead systems and software engineer (LSE) of ESBWR-specific reactor core monitoring methods and analysis software as well as the application specific software associated with ACUMEN [previously 3DMonicore] and advanced thermal limits monitor (ATLM)
  • Lead and perform requirements gathering, analysis, assessment or trade-off, optimization, analysis, and methods studies covering:
    • ACUMEN requirements for product functionality/performance or software process enhancements
    • AETNA requirements for product functionality and performance or software process enhancements
    • ATLM architecture and systems design approaches [eg; incorporation or not of ACUMEN functionality based on integrated digital hardware and software performance available, inter- system interfaces [eg; local power range monitor/gamma thermometer (LPRM/GT), ACUMEN, RC&IS, DCIS]
    • Nuclear instruments
    • Digital computer based hardware and software technology stack selection for implementation of power plant equipment integrated into the overall DCIS solution

  • Develop and implement methods and algorithms covering:
    • Control rod block/pull sequences,
    • Normal and fast reactor power maneuvering,
    • Reactor power changes with feed water temperature control

  • Define and lifecycle management (from planning through commissioning) of system requirements covering plant, system, and component; interfaces, function, performance, process, qualification, standards, regulatory guidance, certification/licensing commitments, technical contracts, human factors, safety hazards, reliability, cyber security, etc.
  • Use structured change-configuration-document management involving: individual design verification (IDV), independent verification and validation (IV&V), quality assurance (QA), etc.
  • Create and maintain system architecture and detailed design artifacts, documents, diagrams, drawings, datasheets, databases, lists, dynamic analysis and simulation models, etc.
  • Collaborate with other I&C engineers to ensure adequate functional and performance margin
  • Collaborate with cross-discipline engineers to ensure robust integrated plant design using adequate interface control and margin management
  • Collaborate with digital systems and software project engineering (DS&SPE) team to develop all applicable processes, design, and work plans covering: planning, requirements, design, requisition implementation, test, installation thru commissioning, operation/maintenance [including training], and retirement phases
  • Collaborate with implementation team to develop, perform, and review unit, module, system, and integration test plans and results including; simulation, V&V, factory acceptance test (FAT), multi-system (MFAT), site acceptance test (SAT) and pre-operational tests as well as licensing inspection, test, or analysis and acceptance criteria (ITAAC)
  • Use design for six sigma (DFSS), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and reliability, availability/maintainability (RAM) to develop and meet operational targets
  • Establish productive working relationships with Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) team, project management, support functions, suppliers, customers, etc.
  • Develop planning documents used as basis for work authorizations and detailed level plans, schedules, reports, etc.
  • Ensure deliverables are on-spec., on-budget, and on-schedule
  • Ensure compliance with GEH internal processes including NPI, certification/licensing commitments, standards/regulations, customer, etc.
  • Support LEAN Six Sigma, continuous process improvement, cost-out, etc. programs
  • Provide leadership and mentoring in a team environment to deliver with integrity, safety/security, quality, then output - Champion the nuclear culture Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree of Science in Engineering, Computer Science or Technology, Physical Sciences, or Mathematics form an accredited college or university
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in nuclear reactor core monitoring analysis methods and software development, OR nuclear fuel and reload design, OR general nuclear reactor engineering, OR nuclear reactor in-core instrumentation and control
    Minimum of 5 years of experience in structured systems and software engineering design, development, and implementation of analysis, monitoring or controling products using FORTRAN, C#, or other object-oriented languages
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience, and proficiency with PC and productivity software [eg; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio] Additional Eligibility Qualifications: GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Desired Characteristics:
  • Masters of Science in Engineering [Nuclear preferred], Computer Science or Technology, Physical Sciences, or Mathematics from an accredited college or university
  • Professional Engineer - Control Systems by National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
  • Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification at commercial nuclear power plant
  • Significant experience in reactor core instrumentation and monitoring systems [eg; 3D MONICORE]; preferably with BWRs
  • Significant experience with design and development of advanced reactor core performance or nuclear fuel design analytical and optimization methods as well as associated analysis automation or engineering productivity software and supporting databases
  • Experience with current US nuclear laws, rules, regulations, guidance, positions, memorandum, notices, bulletins, items, etc. [eg; RG, NUREG, BTP, ISG, SRM, RIN, TMI]
  • Experience with requirements definition engineering, management, and traceability including the use of associated tools [eg; DOORS]
  • Experience with IEEE Std. 603, 7-
    4.
    3.2, 828, 829, 830, 1008, 1012, 1028, 1042, 1074, etc.
  • Experience in plant operations and application of core monitoring at BWRs
  • Experience as team member in an integrated product development team (IPDT) as either a subject matter expert and key technical contributor or technical team leader
  • Experience with cyber security requirements with applicability to software development and system design
  • Clear thinker, detail oriented, insightful, quantitative, results oriented - Able to make reasoned, sound, and timely decisions
  • Exceptional technical writing in general with focus on requirements and design documents
  • Strong verbal communication, facilitation and presentation skills for technical and business audiences
  • Ability and willingness to take ownership and responsibility for scoping, planning, prioritizing, scheduling, budgeting, action tracking, monitoring, corrective actions, reporting, etc.
  • Proven track record of delivering on commitments and goals in a fast paced environment
  • Self-starter with positive energy and Can-Do attitude
  • Team player with solid influencing skills, and cross- discipline knowledge, skills, and experience
  • Able to work successfully in Matrix environment, executing multiple assignments and priorities
  • Change agent, adaptive, able to learn quickly
  • Continuous improvement mindset with an ability to identify, influence, and implement better ways to do an activity or process Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification (GE employees only)

    Why join one great company when you can join many? At GE, we're passionate about making life better with new ideas and technologies. We're diverse, supporting our communities in more than 100 countries. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team.

    GE Power & Water provides customers with a broad array of power generation, energy delivery and water process technologies to solve their challenges locally. Power & Water works in all areas of the energy industry including renewable resources such as wind and solar; biogas and alternative fuels; and coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy. The business also develops advanced technologies to help solve the world's most complex challenges related to water availability and quality. Numerous products are qualified under ecomagination, GE's commitment to providing innovative solutions that maximize resources, drive efficiencies and help make the world work better. Headquartered in Schenectady, N.Y., Power & Water is GE's largest industrial business.

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