Westinghouse Electric Company · 15 hours ago
Principal Engineer
Warrendale, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$103K/yr - $129K/yr
7+ years expWestinghouse Electric Company is an industry leader in providing safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. The Principal Test Engineer will manage the design and implementation of test strategies for greenfield projects, focusing on the verification and validation of distributed control systems and leading a team to achieve project goals.
Electrical DistributionEnergyNuclear
Responsibilities
Lead the implementation and execution of hardware and software testing, including functional, integration, and system-level tests for large-scale distributed control systems
Work with multiple teams including the hardware, software, and test teams to guarantee an integrated design that meets all requirements
Guide the development and use of control system platform standards
Develop test plans and procedures for industrial control systems by analyzing requirements and reviewing customer-provided design input
Lead the development of control system platform test standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear)
7+ years of experience
Experience leading test programs for large hardware and software projects
Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques
Operate as part of a large global team and demonstrated leadership experience
Understanding of control theory, plant processes, process dynamics, basic control, discrete control, and sequential control
Awareness of field devices and control devices typical of the power industry is required
Awareness of typical industry standard drawings including P&ID drawings, loop diagrams, cabinet drawings and panel layouts is required
Experience with test automation and industry best practices
Benefits
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
Company
Westinghouse Electric Company
Westinghouse Electric Company provides innovative and secure nuclear technology solutions.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.62BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyExport Development CanadaUK Government
2025-12-08Grant
2024-12-09Debt Financing· $1.45B
2023-07-27Grant· $13.43M
Leadership Team
Dan Sumner
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Margaret Cosentino
Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs
Recent News
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