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Plant Arrangement is a cross-functional discipline responsible for providing leadership, direction, and oversight of a technical team of engineers and designers responsible for the design layout of structures, systems & components of the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Nuclear Island, Turbine Island and Balance of Plant within the 3D BIM Model Common Data Environment (CDE).

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and leadership on optimized layout & arrangement of Plant Structures, Systems and Components within the Nuclear Island (NI), Turbine Island (TI) and Balance of Plant (BOP), including arrangement for BWR Outage Planning, Turbine Generator Equipment, Condenser and Radwaste Systems.

• Evaluate plant layout equipment & components for adequate accessibility for operations and maintenance (O&M), and in-service inspections (ISI), including allocation of pull out/ lay down space.

• Perform systematic plant layout reviews with Plant, System & Component Design teams to ensure Plant, System and Component level design requirements are accurately implemented.

• Support potential new NPP customers with Power Block Plot Plan, including layout of interconnections with Switchyard, Service Water & Closed Cooling Water Systems.

• Plan, develop and drive technical initiatives and processes to populate the 3D Model with preliminary design information that alleviates potential future fabrication and construction field non-conformances.

• Liaise with customers, in partnership with engineering leadership and Project Management.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or other relevant Engineering degree from an accredited university or college.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in an Engineering role.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in designing or maintaining a mechanical system design activities including but not limited to development of process flow diagrams, thermodynamic and heat/fluid flow transfer calculations, engineering specifications, etc.

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.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with Engineering, Design, Fabrication, Construction and Startup Testing of Nuclear Power Plants.

• Experience with field engineering assignments and working knowledge of construction engineering practices for NPPs.

• Mechanical Plant Systems and Components design experience in a Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) or Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR).

• Extensive knowledge of Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) utility operations and maintenance.

• Extensive knowledge and experience with Piping and Instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), pipe isometrics, pipe support drawings, work package development and interpretation and comprehension of various piping codes, including ASME Sec. I, ASME Sec. III, ASME Sec. VIII, B31.1, B31.3, NFPA, AWWA, ASNI and ASTM.

• Extensive knowledge and experience with underground and aboveground piping systems, pipe materials, valve installation and components, pipe installation and testing methods, pipe supports, and system pressure testing and flushing.

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Architectural, MEP, Civil and Structural design drawings, specifications and finishes schedules.

• Experience with NPP Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and In-Service Inspection (ISI) requirements.

• Working knowledge of HVAC, Fire Protection & train divisional separation requirements.

• Working knowledge of Radiologically Controlled Areas (RCA) and Health Physics (HP) requirements.

• Ability to effectively collaborate between cross-functional engineering design teams.

• Ability to effectively function in a dynamic design environment, manage the demands of multiple tasks and projects, while maintaining an uncompromised commitment to personal and nuclear safety principles.

The base pay range for this position is $112-160k. 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 August 1st, 2024. 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

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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 drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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