Heat Exchanger Engineer at Framatome in Lynchburg, Virginia

Job Description:

What You've Accomplished



You have completed a BS in Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on Thermodynamic and Heat Transfer principles or Mechanical Design. You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You have worked in an engineering role for at least 5 years and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.



Who You Are



Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values: https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/


You may have also acquired the following skills:

• Training and experience in nuclear power plant systems, emphasizing primary and secondary system thermodynamics and heat transfer


• Knowledge and experience with balance of plant, heat exchanger components


• US Navy Nuclear Power Program


• Strong analytical skills and fluency in the use of the Microsoft Suite of applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and other engineering software


• Able to obtain unescorted commercial nuclear and Department of Energy facility site access, which means a clear criminal history, passing controlled substance drug/alcohol testing, and a US citizen


• Good communication skills including the ability to comprehend and convey detailed technical data


• Good problem identification and problem resolution skills; Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships


• Engineering organizations may have additional qualification requirements with established criterion to demonstrate success including such items as training courses and/or qualification cards


• Prior heat exchanger and leadership experience will accelerate the candidate's transition to a site crew lead

Your Opportunity



This full-time role is about making an impact on people's lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Heat Exchanger Engineer in Lynchburg, VA, you will be part of the proven team in the Installed Base Business Unit. Your work will include:

• Modify existing and develop new repair products for power plant heat exchangers.


• Performing repair qualifications for utility conditions and material and lead maintenance crews on-site to implement repair contract scopes during nuclear plant outages.


• Work as part of the site crews that deploy on outages and perform technician work to gain experience in the Balance of Plant (BOP) heat exchanger field.


• Perform a variety of complex engineering assignments typically in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of specifications, execution of field tasks and resolution of field opportunities.


• Independently evaluate, select and apply a variety of technical techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making more complex adaptations and modifications for tasks not previously performed.


• Develop new or adapted existing services/products, methods, systems or models to provide added value solutions to customers.


• Ensures compliance with government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards.


• Travel to site as a technical or overall project lead for heat exchanger work, whether a tube repair or maintenance job. Interact with site engineering, project managers, and outage control center, as needed, while on-site to resolve issues as they arise.
  
  


• Prepare qualification documentation (technical requirements documents, test plans, calculations) and perform qualification testing as needed for new heat exchanger repair products (sleeves, tube expansion, retubing, etc.).
  
  


• Prepare final reports for repairs performed on-site after returning to the office.
  
  


• Interact with customer counterparts either at conferences, at power plants, or during conference calls to determine their issues and advise them on Framatome's solutions.
  
  


• Prepare presentation and marketing materials for heat exchanger conferences and customer presentations. Work with the sales group to prepare proposals. This will involve scheduling, cost estimates, and proposal technical wording.

This position requires up to 25% travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.



Who We Are



Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.


See how the Installed Base Business Unit contributes to this future: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/services-and-maintenance/


Framatome's Installed Base (IB) Business Unit is responsible for all types of services and maintenance activities for commercial nuclear operating plants. The IB NDE Solutions Business Group (IBN-A) manages specialty NDE inspections, steam generator services, chemistry & chemical application services, and Balance of Plant (BOP) repair services and sales activity for primarily the US nuclear market.


Framatome supports a safety conscious work environment and nuclear safety culture by aggressively promoting the identification and correction of safety issues and fostering a conservative decision-making environment that drives nuclear and industrial safety.


Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/


Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen (as applicable).



Your Total Rewards Package



The range of base salary for the position is between $95,000 - $129,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.


Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:


Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.


Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy's Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix A to Part 810


Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Apply Now