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Nuclear Fuel Mechanical Design Engineer

GE Vernova
Wilmington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2026
Nuclear Fuel Mechanical Design Engineer Design Engineering; PB Type: Full Time Location(s): Wilmington NC US Job Posting Start Date: 2026-01-08 Job Posting End Date: 2026-01-16 Job ID: R5029217 Job Description Job Description Summary The Mechanical Design Engineer - Fuels will be responsible for the mechanical design, development, and analysis of nuclear fuel products. This role requires collaboration with sourcing, fabrication and quality, thermal-mechanical analysts, material scientists, fuel experts, and nuclear/thermal-hydraulic analysis engineers to assure product perform within licensed and GNF performance expectations in a fast-paced environment. The REQUIRED work location is our Headquarters in Wilmington, NC. Job Description Essential Responsibilities: Create mechanical design solutions to support the development of new products & design modifications to improve existing products Understand the fabrication processes for component and assemblies, the post fabrication transportation and handling and the customer application requirements for fuel products and services Prepare drawings and specifications for new and existing fuel designs Identify, document and lead the resolution of technical risks within each project Provide well written, well organized documented engineering analyses to assure design adequacy Perform design reviews and production readiness reviews Address emergent customer and manufacturing issues Work closely with sourcing and manufacturing to support cost reduction activities Design test procedures and perform testing to address component and assembly adequacy Develop procedures and work to improve engineering productivity Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers Assist and provide support to the team technical leader and functional manager to plan, status and execute projects Perform work with high quality in accordance with NRC regulations, customer requirements, and business quality assurance standards Effectively communicate and collaborate activities with other team members on technical issues Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering discipline from an accredited college or university Minimum 1 years of mechanical design or analysis experience Eligibility Requirements: The REQUIRED work location is our Headquarters in Wilmington, NC This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Desired Qualifications: Basic understanding of BWR Nuclear Fuel Expertise in drafting practices (including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and 3D CAD) and analysis Experience in FEA Analysis using Ansys or LS DYNA Proven track record of problem-solving ability and ability to perform complex engineering analyses resulting in thorough and complete documentation Strong communication skills and capable of articulating specific technical topics or assignments Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, vibration analysis, heat transfer, welding, statistics and finite element analysis Working knowledge of casting development/production A self-starter willing to take initiatives Ability to make decisions with speed and accuracy based on the best available information Strong customer focus and clear understanding of nuclear industries This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additional Information GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on January 08, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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