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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 Nuclear Engineer 2 you will provide miscellaneous plant support to the operations of the Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS) in fulfillment of the Core Design & Safety Analysis function outsourcing arrangement between the Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Company and Westinghouse Electric Company. These responsibilities require knowledge of WCGS's in-house safety analyses, acquiring and maintaining the necessary qualifications in WCGS procedures, and knowledge of the Westinghouse safety analyses to be used to help operate the WCGS. A secondary focus will involve the provision of transient analyses, as assigned, to support other Westinghouse customers. You will report to the Manager, Integrated Site Engineering. Safety Analysis, Risk Applications, and Licensing and be located at Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS) in Burlington, Kansas.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform safety analysis engineering efforts at Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS).
- You will perform complex engineering design and analyses in the commercial nuclear industry and providing technical input and written documents supporting the design, development, performance, and delivery of technical products and services.
- Initially, primary focus will support the successful transition of the WCNOC Core design and safety analysis methodology to Westinghouse methodology.
- Directly responsible for daily overall WCNOC customer satisfaction in the area of fuel reload design and support.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nuclear engineering required.
- Minimum 3+ years of applicable experience.
- Perform assigned analyses related to the delivery of fuel reloads including fuel core and thermal hydraulic design, Chapter 15 LOCA, non-LOCA and containment transient analysis.
- Unescorted Access needed: Unescorted access at Wolf Creek Generating Station will be required.
- Provide periodic updates and recommendations regarding the nature and status of work/projects to all appropriate internal and external personnel. Develop and deliver presentations to communicate statuses, problem resolutions, recommendations, or promote business-related products.
- Develop procedures, processes, and methods for implementing technical requirements.
Beneficial Skills
- Expertise in the use of standard Thermal-Hydraulic computer codes used to support WCGS operations, including RETRAN02, VIPRE01, and Westinghouse-specific equivalents.
- Familiarity with NRC Requirements for safety analysis applications.
- Detailed knowledge of the WCGS customer organization and daily work practices in the area of fuel reload design, safety analysis, core performance/reactor engineering, and system engineering.
- Detailed knowledge of both existing WCGS and Westinghouse safety analysis methodologies and the interface of the safety analysis methodology with the WCGS core performance, PRA, Design Engineering, and Operations groups.
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 $69,200 to $86,500 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
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.
Get connected with Westinghouse on social media:
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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.
About The Role
As a Nuclear Engineer 2 you will provide miscellaneous plant support to the operations of the Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS) in fulfillment of the Core Design & Safety Analysis function outsourcing arrangement between the Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Company and Westinghouse Electric Company. These responsibilities require knowledge of WCGS's in-house safety analyses, acquiring and maintaining the necessary qualifications in WCGS procedures, and knowledge of the Westinghouse safety analyses to be used to help operate the WCGS. A secondary focus will involve the provision of transient analyses, as assigned, to support other Westinghouse customers. You will report to the Manager, Integrated Site Engineering. Safety Analysis, Risk Applications, and Licensing and be located at Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS) in Burlington, Kansas.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform safety analysis engineering efforts at Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS).
- You will perform complex engineering design and analyses in the commercial nuclear industry and providing technical input and written documents supporting the design, development, performance, and delivery of technical products and services.
- Initially, primary focus will support the successful transition of the WCNOC Core design and safety analysis methodology to Westinghouse methodology.
- Directly responsible for daily overall WCNOC customer satisfaction in the area of fuel reload design and support.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nuclear engineering required.
- Minimum 3+ years of applicable experience.
- Perform assigned analyses related to the delivery of fuel reloads including fuel core and thermal hydraulic design, Chapter 15 LOCA, non-LOCA and containment transient analysis.
- Unescorted Access needed: Unescorted access at Wolf Creek Generating Station will be required.
- Provide periodic updates and recommendations regarding the nature and status of work/projects to all appropriate internal and external personnel. Develop and deliver presentations to communicate statuses, problem resolutions, recommendations, or promote business-related products.
- Develop procedures, processes, and methods for implementing technical requirements.
Beneficial Skills
- Expertise in the use of standard Thermal-Hydraulic computer codes used to support WCGS operations, including RETRAN02, VIPRE01, and Westinghouse-specific equivalents.
- Familiarity with NRC Requirements for safety analysis applications.
- Detailed knowledge of the WCGS customer organization and daily work practices in the area of fuel reload design, safety analysis, core performance/reactor engineering, and system engineering.
- Detailed knowledge of both existing WCGS and Westinghouse safety analysis methodologies and the interface of the safety analysis methodology with the WCGS core performance, PRA, Design Engineering, and Operations groups.
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 $69,200 to $86,500 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
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.
Get connected with Westinghouse on social media:
Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Nuclear Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to nuclear engineering work. A degree in mechanical or electrical engineering may qualify if your coursework covers nuclear systems. Pull your transcripts and map relevant coursework before applying.
Target NRC-licensed facilities in your search
Commercial nuclear power plants, national laboratories like Argonne and Oak Ridge, and defense contractors with NRC licensing file LCAs regularly. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B filing history in nuclear engineering roles.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. Run your role and ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search before you receive an offer so you can negotiate from an informed position.
Confirm security clearance compatibility early
Many nuclear engineering roles at federal facilities require security clearances that H-1B holders may not be eligible for as foreign nationals. Ask hiring managers directly whether the role is open to non-citizens before investing time in the interview process.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
USCIS standard processing can run several months. If your employment start date is tied to a facility outage schedule, reactor commissioning, or a project milestone, ask your employer to file with premium processing to get a decision within 15 business days.
Get your O*NET classification documented before filing
The O*NET profile for Nuclear Engineers supports the specialty occupation argument your employer needs for the I-129 petition. Share that classification with your employer's attorney early so it's referenced correctly in the petition's support letter.
H-1B Visa Nuclear Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a nuclear engineering role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Nuclear engineering consistently meets the H-1B specialty occupation standard because the work normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or a directly related field. The O*NET profile for Nuclear Engineers places the role in Job Zone 5, which USCIS treats as strong evidence of specialty occupation status. Your employer documents this in the I-129 petition's support letter.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for nuclear engineers?
Active sponsors include commercial nuclear utilities, national laboratories operated under DOE contracts, nuclear consulting and engineering firms, and defense contractors with nuclear programs. These employers file Labor Condition Applications with DOL, which creates a public record of their sponsorship activity. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for nuclear engineering roles on Migrate Mate.
Can I work at a nuclear facility on H-1B status if the role requires a security clearance?
Some nuclear roles at federal facilities require security clearances that are restricted to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, making them unavailable to H-1B holders. Commercial reactor operators and private nuclear engineering firms often have roles without that restriction. Confirm clearance requirements directly with the employer before submitting an application, since it affects whether sponsorship is viable for that specific position.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect nuclear engineers?
Most nuclear engineering positions are with cap-subject employers, meaning the petition enters the annual H-1B lottery capped at 85,000 visas. However, positions at qualifying nonprofit research organizations, government research institutions, or universities may be cap-exempt. USCIS defines the exemption criteria. If your target employer is cap-subject, registration opens each March for an October 1 start date.
What wage level should I expect on my LCA as a nuclear engineer?
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title, experience level, and work location. Nuclear engineering prevailing wages vary significantly between regions, with facilities near major reactor sites or national laboratories often posting at higher wage levels. Run your specific role and location through the OFLC Wage Search to see the applicable wage tier before your offer is finalized.