Junior Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Imagine starting your engineering career on a site where nuclear innovation meets real-world impact. As a Junior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear Systems in Madison, PA (southeast of Pittsburgh near New Stanton), you will join a team that enables safe, clean energy around the globe.

What your first year could look like

You’ll rotate through project work that exposes you to the full lifecycle of nuclear power plants—from conceptual design, through construction and operation, and into decommissioning. One week you may be supporting a design change to improve plant reliability; the next, you’re collaborating with cross‑functional teams to troubleshoot a critical operational issue for a customer. Along the way, you’ll build relationships with Westinghouse clients and experts in both U.S. and international markets.

How you’ll contribute

• Develop hands-on understanding of design, construction, operations, and decommissioning activities for nuclear facilities.
• Grow deep technical knowledge serving U.S. and global nuclear markets.
• Partner in multi-disciplinary teams to resolve high-priority challenges affecting plant construction and operations.
• Strengthen trusted, long-term relationships with Westinghouse customers.

What you’ll bring

• BS in Mechanical Engineering (required). Please note: other engineering majors are not being considered for these openings.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Enthusiasm for learning complex systems and delivering with accountability.

Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

Compensation

Annually paid base salary targeted between $58,400 and $73,000, commensurate with your experience, qualifications, and skills. We are committed to transparency and equity across our people practices.

Benefits that support you

• Market-competitive pay
• Comprehensive medical, wellness, and income protection programs
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential support for employees, eligible dependents, and household members)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunities for flexible work arrangements
• Tuition/education reimbursement
• Employee referral incentives

Our culture and values

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry’s first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. Our values guide how we work and win together:

• Put safety and quality first
• Act with integrity and build trust
• Innovate with a customer-first mindset
• Move with speed and a passion to win
• Collaborate with accountability

About Westinghouse

Headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA, Westinghouse has more than 11,000 employees across 19 countries. Learn more at

Equal Opportunity

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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