Job Description Summary
The Senior Applications Engineer for Nuclear Island Mechanical Systems will be part of a multi-discipline applications engineering technical team of dedicated engineers responsible for the deployment of GVH SMR plant technology (e.g. BWRX-300 Standard Plant) across multiple US and international sites, including comprehensive engineering input to the development of new plant proposals, early works agreements and new product offerings.
In this position, you will gain and maintain a strong understanding of nuclear island mechanical systems design basis of our standard plant design, along with the underlying plant and system-level requirements, and use that understanding to perform detailed gap analysis on prospective customer site requirements (e.g., codes, standards, regulations, grid requirements, etc.). In addition to gap analysis, you will play a critical role in developing conceptual and preliminary design solutions for the gaps identified. Leveraging your subject matter expertise in mechanical systems design, you will support the development of detailed statements of work for current and subsequent project phases, proposal technical write-ups, engineering estimates, schedule development and risk assessments in support of site selection, site permitting, and construction/operation licensing milestones.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
As a Senior Applications Engineer, you will:
Provide mentorship and professional development for early-career and lead-level engineers on the team
Develop and maintain a deep technical knowledge of the design basis for standard plant mechanical systems of the BWRX-300 technology (e.g., nuclear boiler system, ECCS systems, control rod drive system, cooling and cleanup systems, etc).
Perform detailed gap analysis between standard plant mechanical systems and site-specific requirements, including regulatory requirements and industry recognized mechanical codes and standards.
Evaluate impacts of site-specific requirements on both mechanical systems and their system and building interfaces.
Develop and propose conceptual design solutions to resolve site application challenges while maximizing design standardization where practicable.
Support integration across multiple engineering disciplines, including architectural engineering, licensing, equipment design, and safety systems.
Participate in design evolution programs that extend and improve our modularization strategies.
Contribute to an engineering team that assures proposals and early works packages for selected sites are compatible with our standard product offering.
Establish and maintain strong working relationship with internal engineering teams.
Interface with external partners, customers, and other applicable country specific regulatory agencies as required on technical issues.
Work with proposal and early works teams to build estimates, schedules, and identify risks associated with different opportunities.
Provide guidance to external partner engineering resources to ensure the quality of deliverables.
Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities.
Protect the Intellectual Property rights of GEVH.
Support GEVH initiatives, corrective action, process improvement and simplification.
Ensure adherence to GEVH's standards for nuclear safety and compliance.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
At least 8 years of progressive experience in mechanical systems engineering.
At least 5 years of experience in the nuclear industry or equivalent large scale power generation industry.
Eligibility Requirements:
The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.
This role may require 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.
Desired Qualifications:
Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Professional Engineer registration in one or more states.
Strong knowledge of nuclear mechanical systems design principles, including safety classification, functional requirements, and performance criteria.
Demonstrated ability to adapt mechanical systems designs to new codes, standards, and regulations.
Familiarity with nuclear mechanical codes and standards such as ASME, ANSI/ANS, etc.
Knowledge of diverse regulatory schemes (e.g., US NRC, CNSC, IAEA, etc.)
Experience developing modular solutions and associated interface requirements.
Proven ability to be a liaison between organizations that are operating in separate geographic locations
High performing individual with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
Proven interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to think strategically, be creative and move quickly
Demonstrated ability to lead a team of highly experienced engineers and balance multiple demands and priorities
High performing energetic leader with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
Experience with project management skillset (communication, risk, planning/scheduling, change management)
EPC experience and knowledge; specifically, power plant
Understanding of nuclear industry and technology
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business
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 Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $111,200.00 and $213,200.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on February 23, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
