Principal Project Engineer

Principal Project Engineer

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role: As a Principal Project Engineer you will support development of AP1000 projects from initiation to completion. You will support overseeing project design and implementation while ensuring cost efficiency, and adherence to project timelines. The Principal Project Engineer will collaborate with teams, provide technical guidance, and create improvements within the engineering function. You will report to the Project Engineering Manager and work a hybrid role located in Cranberry, PA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help develop engineering projects, ensuring agreement on goals and industry standards.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, promoting innovation and best practices.
• Develop and oversee project schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring timely delivery within scope.
• Collaborate with team members, including clients, vendors, and our teams, to ensure project requirements are met.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and quality standards relevant to engineering projects.
• Find and address project risks, implementing proactive solutions to address challenges.
• Conduct technical reviews, feasibility studies, and performance evaluations to improve project execution.
• Promote process improvements and the use of new technologies to enhance project efficiency

Qualifications:

• Ability to travel internationally to support the Poland Project development
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related field)
• 10+ years of experience in project engineering/management or equivalent roles of increased responsibilities, with experience leading complex projects
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, engineering principles, and industry regulations
• Proficiency in project management software and engineering tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Primavera, and PowerBI)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or PMP certification helpful
• Prior Westinghouse AP1000 knowledge or project experience helpful

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.

Why Westinghouse? Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system: Safety and Quality Integrity and Trust Customer Focus and Innovation Speed and Passion to Win Teamwork and Accountability.

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries.