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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 JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Principal Solutions Engineer
Align your background to the Trainee category
The J-1 Trainee category requires a degree plus one year of related experience, or five years of work experience without a degree. Document your solutions engineering history in detail before approaching any designated sponsor, since your training plan must show clear skill development goals.
Build a training plan around technical skill gaps
Designated sponsors require a structured training plan showing what you'll learn in the U.S. that you can't get at home. For a solutions engineering role, focus on enterprise architecture methodologies, product-specific certifications, or customer success frameworks your current market lacks.
Target host employers with established sponsor relationships
Not every company knows how to act as a J-1 host. Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in technical sales and solutions engineering who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before, since those teams understand the DS-2019 process and training plan obligations.
Verify the host employer meets DOL wage requirements
Your host employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Run your intended job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer, so you can confirm the compensation aligns with program requirements.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants in the Trainee category are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement before changing to certain other visa statuses. Check whether your country of citizenship or the program's funding source triggers this requirement before you sign any offer letter.
Use O*NET to strengthen your occupational narrative
Designated sponsors assess whether your role genuinely qualifies as a training or specialist placement. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Solutions Engineer and match your proposed duties against the listed knowledge areas and tasks when completing your DS-2019 application materials.
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Find Principal Solutions Engineer JobsPrincipal Solutions Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Principal Solutions Engineer role?
Most Principal Solutions Engineers qualify under the J-1 Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you hold a relevant degree plus at least one year of related experience, or five or more years of field experience without a degree. Specialist applies if you are a recognized expert in a specialized field. The hiring company acts as your host organization, while a State Department-designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 and administers compliance.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role?
The legal sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not the employer hiring you. The employer acts as your host. The designated sponsor reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your program compliance throughout the exchange period. You negotiate employment terms directly with the host employer, but the sponsor controls visa eligibility.
How long can I work as a J-1 Principal Solutions Engineer?
The J-1 Trainee category allows stays of up to 18 months, which can sometimes be extended within that ceiling depending on your sponsor's program terms. The Specialist category permits up to 12 months with a possible 12-month extension, capping at 24 months total. Your DS-2019 lists the authorized program dates, and you cannot work beyond those dates without an approved extension from your designated sponsor.
How do I find host employers that understand the J-1 process for technical roles?
Many technology companies are unfamiliar with hosting J-1 exchange visitors, which creates friction during hiring. Use Migrate Mate to search for U.S. employers in solutions engineering and technical sales who have a track record of international hiring. Identifying hosts who already understand DS-2019 obligations and training plan requirements saves significant time in the offer stage.
Can I convert my J-1 status to an H-1B or other work visa after my program ends?
You can pursue H-1B or other employer-sponsored visas after your J-1 program ends, but the two-year home-country physical presence requirement may apply to you first. This requirement is triggered by government financing, your country appearing on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or certain graduate medical training. USCIS and the State Department both evaluate this; check your DS-2019 and passport visa stamp for the notation before planning any status change.
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