Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer Westinghouse Electric Company 401(k) United States, Pennsylvania, Cranberry Township 1000 Westinghouse Drive (Show on map) Mar 25, 2026 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 Principal Engineer you will lead the development and evolution of thermalhydraulics (T/H) analysis methods and tools for reactor components, including strategy for modernization and efficiency improvements You will report to the Manager Advanced Analysis and Methods and be located at Cranberry, PA with the flexibility to work in a remote environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure that you use appropriate methods for each engineering challenge when guiding the application and selection of analysis tools (e.g., CFD, 1D flow network models). Partner with systems engineering, safety analysis, and other technical teams to integrate data, improve workflows, and ensure analytical consistency across departments Mentor engineers in thermalhydraulics fundamentals, analysis best practices, and to build organizational capability Lead the resolution of complex, ambiguous engineering problems by identifying risks, developing execution plans, and driving solutions to closure Encourage thoughtful adoption of AIenabled engineering tools to improve productivity, quality, and traceability Lead multifunctional technical projects

Qualifications:

BS in Mechanical Engineering (MS). We will consider degrees in Nuclear, Aerospace, Chemical or related Engineering fields with significant thermalhydraulic experience. 5+ years of experience with Thermal Hydraulic Analyses and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and the associated modeling approaches 5+ years experience providing technical leadership-either as a principal individual contributor or as leader of a small engineering team 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 $116 to $129 per year. #LI-Hybrid Why Westinghouse? 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. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Get connected with Westinghouse on social media: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn| YouTube