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Get Access To All JobsAre 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 Reactor Vessel Internals - Principal Engineer, you will perform design and analyses. These analyses will be for the repair, modification, and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse designed nuclear power plants. This includes the current operating fleet, AP1000, and AP300. You will report to the Manager, Reactor Vessel Internals Component Design and be located at the Cranberry Township, PA headquarters facility. You will be hybrid.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform design and analyses for the repair, modification and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse designed nuclear power plants including current operating fleet, AP1000 and AP300.
- Use analysis tools, such as finite element simulations (ex. Ansys) and hand calculations to qualify component design.
- Lead a technical team to project completion while meeting safety, quality, schedule and budget.
- Work with other component, system, and manufacturing on the integration of the subsystems and work through emergent design issues.
- Work with project managers and subsystem/component leads to develop project schedules.
- Identify and define technical risks and challenges, direct efforts to successful resolution.
- Bring engineering thoughtfulness to resolution of problems that are sometimes loosely, or only partially, defined, requiring experience within given discipline.
- Incorporate the use of industry, regulatory, or NRC/DOE/ASME codes, standards, and criteria relevant to nuclear reactors in design activities.
- Provide technical guidance, direction, and collaborate with other personnel including partners such as national laboratories, sub-contractors, suppliers, fabricators, and customers.
- Support plant refueling outages (both on-site and remotely) including stretches of 12-hour shift work and overnight work because of time sensitivity.
- Deliver high-quality engineering or physical material products.
Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics or Aerospace Engineering. We will consider alternate degrees such as nuclear engineering, structural engineering, or materials science with component design experience.
- Registered Mechanical PE.
- Minimum 8 years of applicable experience required.
- Experience with ASME Section III and Section XI criteria.
- Experience with FEA and ANSYS.
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?
Benefits
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
LOCATION
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.
About The Role
As a Reactor Vessel Internals - Principal Engineer, you will perform design and analyses. These analyses will be for the repair, modification, and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse designed nuclear power plants. This includes the current operating fleet, AP1000, and AP300. You will report to the Manager, Reactor Vessel Internals Component Design and be located at the Cranberry Township, PA headquarters facility. You will be hybrid.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform design and analyses for the repair, modification and qualification of components within the primary pressure boundary of Westinghouse designed nuclear power plants including current operating fleet, AP1000 and AP300.
- Use analysis tools, such as finite element simulations (ex. Ansys) and hand calculations to qualify component design.
- Lead a technical team to project completion while meeting safety, quality, schedule and budget.
- Work with other component, system, and manufacturing on the integration of the subsystems and work through emergent design issues.
- Work with project managers and subsystem/component leads to develop project schedules.
- Identify and define technical risks and challenges, direct efforts to successful resolution.
- Bring engineering thoughtfulness to resolution of problems that are sometimes loosely, or only partially, defined, requiring experience within given discipline.
- Incorporate the use of industry, regulatory, or NRC/DOE/ASME codes, standards, and criteria relevant to nuclear reactors in design activities.
- Provide technical guidance, direction, and collaborate with other personnel including partners such as national laboratories, sub-contractors, suppliers, fabricators, and customers.
- Support plant refueling outages (both on-site and remotely) including stretches of 12-hour shift work and overnight work because of time sensitivity.
- Deliver high-quality engineering or physical material products.
Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics or Aerospace Engineering. We will consider alternate degrees such as nuclear engineering, structural engineering, or materials science with component design experience.
- Registered Mechanical PE.
- Minimum 8 years of applicable experience required.
- Experience with ASME Section III and Section XI criteria.
- Experience with FEA and ANSYS.
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?
Benefits
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
LOCATION
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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Get Access To All JobsPrincipal Solutions Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Principal Solutions Engineer work qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your DSO can draw a direct curricular connection between the role's duties and your enrolled coursework. Solutions Engineer work typically involves system design, technical scoping, and integration architecture, which maps well to graduate programs in computer science, information systems, or systems engineering. Your offer letter should describe specific technical responsibilities, not just a job title, to support authorization.
Can I do CPT for a Principal Solutions Engineer role at a startup without an established sponsorship program?
CPT authorization doesn't require the employer to have any prior sponsorship history because it's processed entirely through your school, not USCIS. The employer only needs to sign your school's CPT agreement form and confirm employment terms. That said, if you're evaluating long-term sponsorship potential, searching Migrate Mate for LCA filing history helps you assess whether a company has supported visa petitions for similar roles before.
How should I describe my CPT role scope to my DSO for approval?
Provide a written breakdown of your day-to-day responsibilities tied to specific courses or program outcomes. For a Principal Solutions Engineer position, that means connecting activities like solution architecture reviews, technical discovery calls, and proof-of-concept development to learning objectives in your degree plan. Generic job descriptions rarely satisfy DSO requirements; detailed task lists tied to coursework do.
Does working as a Principal Solutions Engineer on CPT affect my future OPT?
Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely under SEVP regulations. Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, does not affect OPT regardless of how long you use it. If your role requires full-time hours, work with your DSO to structure the arrangement as part-time or cap total full-time CPT usage below the 12-month threshold.
What should I look for in a Principal Solutions Engineer CPT offer to prepare for H-1B sponsorship later?
Look for employers enrolled in E-Verify, a job description that clearly requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related technical field, and a role with defined specialty occupation characteristics per USCIS standards. O*NET lists the knowledge, skills, and tasks associated with this occupation, which you can compare against your offer to assess H-1B visa eligibility. Companies with prior LCA filings for similar roles signal readiness to sponsor.