Electrical Technician Jobs at Westinghouse Electric Company with Visa Sponsorship
Electrical Technician roles at Westinghouse Electric Company sit at the heart of nuclear and conventional energy infrastructure, requiring hands-on technical expertise with high-voltage systems, reactor components, and plant equipment. Westinghouse has a track record of sponsoring skilled technicians through work visa programs for qualified candidates.
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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. As an Electrical/Mechanical Technician on our Reactor & BOP Inspection Tooling team, you will provide field services at nuclear power plant sites either operating or under construction, and service center operations, utilizing high technology service equipment and in a manner reflecting Westinghouse’s commitment to the highest level of safety and quality. You will report to the Manager of Reactor and BOP Inspection tooling. This position is a full time (5 days per week) on-site opportunity at our Madison, PA (Waltz Mill) facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform service center support functions including but not limited to service equipment maintenance and check out, equipment and facility decontamination, equipment packing and unpacking, shipment preparations, material handling and calibration activities. Review operational and maintenance procedures and drawings in detail.
- Thorough understanding of blueprints, layouts, sketches & work orders to assess equipment specifications and to determine tooling instructions, tools and materials needed and sequences of operations.
- Provide support to product engineering and training by performing activities such as equipment modifications, equipment set up and testing, mock-up preparation, process testing and equipment and process qualifications. Accurately document equipment performance issues during field implementation, and ensure corrective actions are complete prior to next scheduled use.
- Participate in performance-based training programs to acquire and maintain certifications as well as keep current with technology.
- Participate in safety training to acquire the skills and knowledge to perform work in hazardous environments and operate safety equipment and systems.
- Learn, understand and practice Human Performance Tools, INPO Principals, Industrial Health & Safety, and ALARA principals, specific security requirements, and the importance of observing both Westinghouse and customer license requirements. Participation and contribution of observations in the shop. Acquire, comprehend and apply Nuclear Culture Safety requirements.
- Set up, operate, maintain and troubleshoot field service equipment at customer sites, including but not limited to, cleaning processes, non-destructive examination (NDE) technology, robotic systems and computer networks.
- Perform all assigned tasks under general supervision, with a high degree of quality, and within the parameters of qualified procedures and guidelines. Maintain a high level of attention to detail, and document all quality related issues.
- Develop, promote and exercise team-building skills with peers, supervisors, contractors, customers and other departments. Demonstrate good customer sensitivity and customer service skills. Develop and maintain a focus on creative problem solving.
- This position requires extensive travel, maintenance of “Unescorted Access” status, and working with hazardous materials.
Qualifications
- Associates degree or the recognized equivalent required.
- 0-3 years related experience with demonstrated evidence of mechanical, networking and/or electronic aptitude skill is preferred.
- Ability to travel extensively during the spring and fall for potentially months at a time on jobs.
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 $48,813.81 to $73,054.57 per year.
Why Westinghouse?
Benefits
Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacations and Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements
- Educational Reimbursement Program
- 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.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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. As an Electrical/Mechanical Technician on our Reactor & BOP Inspection Tooling team, you will provide field services at nuclear power plant sites either operating or under construction, and service center operations, utilizing high technology service equipment and in a manner reflecting Westinghouse’s commitment to the highest level of safety and quality. You will report to the Manager of Reactor and BOP Inspection tooling. This position is a full time (5 days per week) on-site opportunity at our Madison, PA (Waltz Mill) facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform service center support functions including but not limited to service equipment maintenance and check out, equipment and facility decontamination, equipment packing and unpacking, shipment preparations, material handling and calibration activities. Review operational and maintenance procedures and drawings in detail.
- Thorough understanding of blueprints, layouts, sketches & work orders to assess equipment specifications and to determine tooling instructions, tools and materials needed and sequences of operations.
- Provide support to product engineering and training by performing activities such as equipment modifications, equipment set up and testing, mock-up preparation, process testing and equipment and process qualifications. Accurately document equipment performance issues during field implementation, and ensure corrective actions are complete prior to next scheduled use.
- Participate in performance-based training programs to acquire and maintain certifications as well as keep current with technology.
- Participate in safety training to acquire the skills and knowledge to perform work in hazardous environments and operate safety equipment and systems.
- Learn, understand and practice Human Performance Tools, INPO Principals, Industrial Health & Safety, and ALARA principals, specific security requirements, and the importance of observing both Westinghouse and customer license requirements. Participation and contribution of observations in the shop. Acquire, comprehend and apply Nuclear Culture Safety requirements.
- Set up, operate, maintain and troubleshoot field service equipment at customer sites, including but not limited to, cleaning processes, non-destructive examination (NDE) technology, robotic systems and computer networks.
- Perform all assigned tasks under general supervision, with a high degree of quality, and within the parameters of qualified procedures and guidelines. Maintain a high level of attention to detail, and document all quality related issues.
- Develop, promote and exercise team-building skills with peers, supervisors, contractors, customers and other departments. Demonstrate good customer sensitivity and customer service skills. Develop and maintain a focus on creative problem solving.
- This position requires extensive travel, maintenance of “Unescorted Access” status, and working with hazardous materials.
Qualifications
- Associates degree or the recognized equivalent required.
- 0-3 years related experience with demonstrated evidence of mechanical, networking and/or electronic aptitude skill is preferred.
- Ability to travel extensively during the spring and fall for potentially months at a time on jobs.
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 $48,813.81 to $73,054.57 per year.
Why Westinghouse?
Benefits
Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacations and Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements
- Educational Reimbursement Program
- 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.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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Obtain NRC-recognized credentials before applying
Westinghouse prioritizes candidates with nuclear plant qualifications recognized by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Holding an applicable NRC-recognized certification or documented reactor plant training signals you meet the technical baseline before sponsorship conversations begin.
Target Westinghouse facilities near active nuclear sites
Westinghouse staffs Electrical Technicians at facilities tied to specific reactor sites and service centers. Focusing your applications on plant-adjacent locations increases your chances of landing a role where hands-on site access is built into the position from day one.
Clarify TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Electrical Technician roles in the energy sector can qualify under TN status for Canadian and Mexican nationals. Confirm with Westinghouse's HR team early that the role's job description aligns with a qualifying TN occupation category before the offer stage.
Align your resume to DOL specialty occupation standards
For H-1B sponsorship, USCIS requires the role to meet specialty occupation criteria. Frame your resume around how your electrical engineering degree and power systems experience directly support the theoretical and practical demands Westinghouse defines for this position.
Confirm F-1 OPT or CPT authorization timing with your DSO
If you're on F-1 status, coordinate your OPT or CPT start date with your Designated School Official before accepting a Westinghouse offer. Energy sector rotations at nuclear facilities can have strict badging and access lead times that affect your actual start date.
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Does Westinghouse Electric Company sponsor H-1B visas for Electrical Technicians?
Westinghouse Electric Company does sponsor H-1B visas, and Electrical Technician roles in nuclear and power systems can qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS criteria when the position requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Your best path is confirming the specific role's job description meets that standard before applying, since not every technician-level posting will qualify.
How do I apply for Electrical Technician jobs at Westinghouse Electric Company?
Applications go through Westinghouse's careers portal, where roles are listed by facility and business unit. You can also browse open Electrical Technician positions at Westinghouse that support visa sponsorship directly on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by sponsorship type so you can focus your effort on roles where the process is already in place.
Which visa types are commonly used for Electrical Technician roles at Westinghouse Electric Company?
Westinghouse has sponsored H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and J-1 visas for roles in its technical workforce. For Electrical Technicians specifically, H-1B is most common for degree-holding candidates in long-term positions. TN is a strong option for Canadian and Mexican nationals. F-1 OPT and CPT are used for candidates still completing or recently finishing electrical engineering programs.
What qualifications does Westinghouse Electric Company expect for Electrical Technician roles?
Westinghouse typically expects a combination of formal education in electrical engineering or power systems and hands-on experience with high-voltage equipment, instrumentation, or reactor plant electrical systems. Nuclear facility access requires passing background checks and obtaining a security clearance or unescorted access authorization, which adds a layer beyond standard technical qualifications. Candidates with prior nuclear plant experience move through the hiring process faster.
How do I navigate the visa sponsorship timeline when targeting Westinghouse?
H-1B petitions are filed by your employer in April for an October 1 start, so Westinghouse would need to extend an offer well before that window. F-1 OPT gives you up to 12 months of work authorization, extendable to 36 months for STEM degrees, which can bridge you through one or more H-1B lottery cycles. Align your offer acceptance timing with these federal deadlines to avoid authorization gaps.
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