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Westinghouse Electric Company · 2 days ago

Civil Engineer II

Westinghouse Electric Company is involved in the nuclear energy sector, seeking a Civil Engineer II to contribute to the North Anna Subsequent License Renewal project. The role involves designing steel and concrete structures, ensuring compliance with industrial standards, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions.

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Hiring Manager
Colleen L.
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Responsibilities

Experience with design of steel and concrete structures or components (Pipes and conduits supports, Junction boxes support, foundations, etc.)
Familiar with industrial standards such as ACI, ASCE, ASME codes for lifting and rigging
Experience with seismic analysis and design for mounting components and equipment
Collaboration and cross-discipline communication – essential for coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and regulatory teams on integrated design solutions
Adaptability and problem-solving – to navigate evolving project scopes, legacy infrastructure constraints, and regulatory requirements
Attention to detail and documentation rigor – critical for ensuring design packages meet nuclear safety and compliance standards
Initiative and ownership – to proactively identify design risks, propose improvements, and drive tasks to completion
Stakeholder engagement – including the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and support field implementation teams
Nuclear Standard Design Process/Design Change qualification
Experience as a Responsible Engineering at a Nuclear Facility
Experience with Software (Mathcad, GTSTrudl, STADD, ANSyS)
Finite Element Modeling
Knowledge and application of engineering theories and principles, concepts, and fundamentals
Requires developmental experience in a professional engineering position
Competency in applying engineering principles, fundamental concepts, practices and procedures requiring some evaluation, originality and/or ingenuity to achieve project objectives
Understands and can apply knowledge of configuration management
Ability to perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (e.g. Matlab, Excel, etc.)
Planning, organizational and project management skills
Ability to develop and exercise leadership skills
Effective decision making skills
Effective oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices
Equally effective working independently or in a team environment
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks

Qualification

SteelConcrete designIndustrial standards knowledgeSeismic analysisNuclear Standard Design ProcessSoftware proficiencyFinite Element ModelingStakeholder engagementCollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to detailInitiativeProject managementEffective communication

Required

Experience with design of steel and concrete structures or components (Pipes and conduits supports, Junction boxes support, foundations, etc.)
Familiar with industrial standards such as ACI, ASCE, ASME codes for lifting and rigging
Experience with seismic analysis and design for mounting components and equipment
Collaboration and cross-discipline communication – essential for coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and regulatory teams on integrated design solutions
Adaptability and problem-solving – to navigate evolving project scopes, legacy infrastructure constraints, and regulatory requirements
Attention to detail and documentation rigor – critical for ensuring design packages meet nuclear safety and compliance standards
Initiative and ownership – to proactively identify design risks, propose improvements, and drive tasks to completion
Stakeholder engagement – including the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and support field implementation teams
Bachelor's in Civil Engineering required
Knowledge and application of engineering theories and principles, concepts, and fundamentals
Requires developmental experience in a professional engineering position
Competency in applying engineering principles, fundamental concepts, practices and procedures requiring some evaluation, originality and/or ingenuity to achieve project objectives
Understands and can apply knowledge of configuration management
Ability to perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (e.g. Matlab, Excel, etc.)
Planning, organizational and project management skills
Ability to develop and exercise leadership skills
Effective decision making skills
Effective oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices
Equally effective working independently or in a team environment
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks

Preferred

Nuclear Standard Design Process/Design Change qualification
Experience as a Responsible Engineering at a Nuclear Facility
Experience with Software (Mathcad, GTSTrudl, STADD, ANSyS)
Finite Element Modeling
Nuclear Industry Experience - standard design process

Benefits

Per Diem: $100 day / $700 week

Company

Westinghouse Electric Company

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Westinghouse Electric Company provides innovative and secure nuclear technology solutions.

H1B Sponsorship

Westinghouse Electric Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2023 (2)
2022 (1)
2021 (2)
2020 (4)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.62B
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyExport Development CanadaUK Government
2025-12-08Grant
2024-12-09Debt Financing· $1.45B
2023-07-27Grant· $13.43M

Leadership Team

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Dan Sumner
Interim Chief Executive Officer
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Margaret Cosentino
Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs
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