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Technical Leader – Civil Structural Engineering (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

GE Vernova
Wilmington, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Oct 2025
💰 $160,000/yr($112,000/yr$160,000/yr)

About the role

Job Description Summary

The Technical Leader – Civil Structural Engineering, contributes to the team responsible for the development of Civil Engineering activities in support the New Plants Engineering projects. The Technical Leader will perform activities within a team environment, working with a global team of partner organizations and suppliers to successfully deliver New Nuclear Plant Projects

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • Provide Technical Leadership of a small group of Engineers and Contractors in activities related to analyses, calculations and technical evaluations required for timely resolution of design and implementation issues
  • Manage project work schedules and priorities
  • Mentor and provide technical leadership in area of expertise to other engineers and projects
  • Work within a team environment to execute work plans within budget and schedule
  • Support civil systems design and/or equipment construction activities, respond to vendor questions and deviation requests; review and approve vendor document submittals
  • Support the certification processes for GE Products (e.g. BWRX-300, VTR, Natrium) to address all US NRC (or other nuclear regulator) design certification requirements
  • Establish and maintain technical oversight of the applicable regulations (e.g., US, other national, or global region)
  • Have other duties as assigned by Manager
  • Interface with internal and external customers, suppliers, partners, licensing, the NRC and international regulatory authorities on technical issues
  • Incorporate design requirements into analyses and design documents
  • Support GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) quality requirements, including participation in design reviews, initiating and
  • Manage the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned systems using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
  • Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures
  • Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in a technology or engineering role

Eligibility Requirements

  • The preferred work location for this role is at the GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered.
  • 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.

Desired Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree or greater in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or University
  • Minimum of 5-8 years of Nuclear or Industrial Technology or Engineering experience is preferred.
  • Nuclear Industry knowledge / experience
  • Strong knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, BWR core/fuel material behavior, and mechanical or structural design fundamentals
  • Strong communication and writing skills and capable of articulating specific technical topics or assignments
  • Strong facilitation, team building, communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of project management. 
  • Knowledge of quality standards and systems (e.g., NQA-1 and ISO 9000)
  • Strong analytical capabilities, problem solving and process skills
  • Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity.
  • Detail-oriented and accountable for results.
  • Ability to work effectively within a highly collaborative environment
  • A self-starter willing to take initiative
  • Professional Engineer registration in one or more states

The base pay range for this position is $112,000-$160,000. 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 Friday, November 7th.

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 benefi

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