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Lead Engineer – Reactor Nuclear Physics, Methods
GE Vernova. Lead technical development, accuracy and uncertainty qualification, testing, verification, regulatory licensing, and maintenance of analytical methods for steady-state and transient nuclear reactor core/fuel performance .
Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $98,400 - $188,600 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in nuclear methods development, including neutron transport and lattice physics, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in programming with Fortran and Python, with a strong focus on analytical method development and technical communication.
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Nuclear Methods DevelopmentNeutron TransportLattice PhysicsFortran ProgrammingPython Programming
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Hard Skills
Neutron TransportLattice PhysicsNuclear Cross Section GenerationDeterministic Neutron TransportStochastic Neutron TransportAnalytical Method DevelopmentRegulatory LicensingTechnical DocumentationProject PlanningQuality Assurance
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeamwork Skills
Tools & Technologies
LANCR Lattice Physics CodesPANAC 3D Core Simulator
Certifications & Qualifications
Six Sigma Green BeltSix Sigma Black Belt
Industry Keywords
Nuclear EngineeringReactor PhysicsBWRsSMRsThermal-HydraulicsInstrumentation PhysicsFederal RegulationsNRCDOETechnical Specifications
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPython
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead technical development, accuracy and uncertainty qualification, testing, verification, regulatory licensing, and maintenance of analytical methods for steady-state and transient nuclear reactor core/fuel performance
- Develop and maintain codes and methodologies for neutron transport, cross section generation, lattice physics, and related nuclear methods
- Work within an approved regulatory framework for nuclear software quality assurance
- Prepare, document, and present technical data to internal and external customers
- Lead and contribute to team process improvements
- Support users through technical support, documentation, and training for LANCR lattice physics codes and the PANAC 3D core simulator
- Communicate and coordinate engineering and technical activities with team members
- Assist the technical leader and functional manager with project planning, status, and execution
- Support interfaces with regulatory agencies including NRC and DOE
- Contribute to Nuclear Methods team activities involving BWRs, SMRs, reactor neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, instrumentation physics, and new fuel product design
- Interface with customers and support emergent questions in reactor physics and related areas
Requirements
What you’ll need- Programming experience with Fortran and Python
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computational methods, nuclear engineering, or a closely related technical discipline and minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR master’s degree and minimum of 3 years; OR Ph.D. and minimum of 1 year
- Experience in nuclear methods development, neutron transport, lattice physics, or nuclear cross section generation
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- Willingness/ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information, if applicable
- Prior experience with deterministic and stochastic neutron transport, including development of related codes and tools
- Prior experience with nuclear cross section generation
- Working knowledge of nuclear reactor core licensing, technical specifications, safety margin bases, code methodology licensing, and related federal regulations
- Publication of technical articles and/or patent applications
- Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent quality certification
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, process, interpersonal, organization, and teamwork skills
- High personal integrity, accountability, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement
Benefits
Comp & perks- Discretionary annual bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
- Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
- Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
- Tuition assistance
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- 12 paid holidays
- Permissive time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Challenging careers
- Competitive compensation