Job Description
What You’ve Accomplished
You have completed a BS in Mechanical Engineering. 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:
- Fluent in all types of vibration engineering including, but not limited to, Acoustic-induced vibration (AIV), Flow-induced vibration (FIV), and mechanically induced vibration. Proficiency in utilizing computational tools such as Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software for simulating flow-induced phenomena.
- Fluent in engineering standard ASME BPVC Section III, Div. I., Appendices N1300 & N1400
- Familiarity with Regulatory Guide RG 1.20
- Experience with experimental testing techniques, data acquisition, and signal processing for vibration and acoustic analysis
- Experience in root cause analysis in pump vibration and acoustic resonance, fluid-elastic instabilities in steam generator tubes
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 Flow Induced Vibration Engineer in Lynchburg, VA, you will be part of the proven team in the Products and Engineering Business Line in the Installed Base Business Unit. This position will be involved in one or more projects involving next-generation Advanced Reactors, as well as installed-base nuclear power plants. Your work will include:
- Perform analytical evaluations of reactor coolant system components, including stress analysis, dynamic structural analysis, and flow-induced vibration (FIV) analysis that conforms to the ASME Section III code and applicable Regulatory Guides.
- Lead R&D studies on FIV for reactor pressure vessel internals and steam generator internals.
This position requires occasional 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/design-and-service-engineering/
Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/
Your Total Rewards Package
The range of base salary for the position is between $91,000 – $124,000, 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 11 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.
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.